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The Life of Bishop Henshaw, of Rhode Island is a biographical work written by John Nicholas Norton and originally published in 1858. The book chronicles the life of Bishop John Prentiss Kewley Henshaw, who was the Episcopal Bishop of Rhode Island from 1839 until his death in 1852. The book provides a detailed account of Henshaw's life, from his early years in Massachusetts to his appointment as Bishop of Rhode Island. It also covers his work as a minister and his efforts to promote the growth of the Episcopal Church in Rhode Island. Throughout the book, Norton provides insight into Henshaw's character, describing him as a man of great integrity, kindness, and compassion. He also highlights Henshaw's contributions to the community, including his work with charitable organizations and his efforts to improve education in Rhode Island. Overall, The Life of Bishop Henshaw, of Rhode Island is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Episcopal Church in America or the life of one of its most influential leaders.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.