Bishop Heber: Poet and Chief Missionary to the East Second Lord Bishop of Calcutta, 1783-1826

Bishop Heber: Poet and Chief Missionary to the East is a biography of Reginald Heber, the second Bishop of Calcutta, who served from 1823 until his death. Written by George Smith, the book traces Heber’s life as a scholar, poet, and missionary, emphasizing his role in the Church of England’s missionary efforts in India during the 19th century. The book highlights Heber’s commitment to social reform, including his emphasis on the education of native people, while examining the missionary and colonial dynamics of British rule in India.