This book offers a unique and personal perspective on the life and times of William Jay, a prominent clergyman and reformer of the early 19th century. Jay's recollections provide fascinating insights into the social and political issues of his day, while also shedding light on his own life and work. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of religious and social reform. 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.