St. Martha's Home

St. Martha's Home: Or Work For Women is a book written by Emily Bowles and published in 1864. The book is a guide for women who wish to work in the field of charity, particularly in the care of the sick and poor. The author draws on her own experiences as the founder of St. Martha's Home, a charitable organization in London that provided shelter and support for destitute women.The book is divided into several sections, each dealing with a different aspect of charity work. The first section provides an overview of the challenges faced by women in poverty and the importance of providing them with support and guidance. The author then goes on to discuss the practical aspects of setting up a charity organization, including fundraising, recruiting volunteers, and managing finances.The second section of the book focuses on the care of the sick and infirm. The author provides detailed instructions on how to provide basic medical care, such as dressing wounds and administering medication. She also discusses the importance of providing emotional support to patients and their families.The final section of the book deals with the spiritual aspects of charity work. The author emphasizes the importance of prayer and reflection in maintaining a sense of purpose and motivation. She also provides guidance on how to incorporate religious teachings into daily work with patients and volunteers.Overall, St. Martha's Home: Or Work For Women is a comprehensive guide for women who wish to make a difference in the lives of those in need. The book provides practical advice and inspiration for anyone interested in charity work, particularly in the care of the sick and poor.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.