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Memoirs of the Reverend John Townsend is a biographical account of the life of John Townsend, the founder of the Asylum for the Deaf and Dumb and the Congregational School. Originally published in 1831, the book provides a detailed description of Townsend's early life, education, and career as a minister. It also chronicles his efforts to establish the Asylum for the Deaf and Dumb, which became a model institution for the education and care of deaf and mute individuals. The book offers a unique perspective on the history of deaf education and the role of religion in the 19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education, social welfare, and the role of religion in society.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.