A moving tribute to one of the great philanthropists of the 18th century, this book celebrates the life and legacy of August Hermann Francke. Known for his tireless work to promote education and social welfare, Francke founded a number of institutions that endure to this day. With eloquence and heart, Guerike tells the story of his remarkable life, offering insights and inspiration for all who seek to make a difference in the world. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.