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 PREFACE. MRS. FRY'S extraordinary character, and unparalleled labours in the walks of philanthropy, require a far more extended Memoir than is contained in the present volume. And such a work, it cannot be doubted, will, in due time, be presented to the waiting public, through- out Great Britain and Europe, by some member of her family. For that purpose, there must be in the posses- sion of her friends ample materials, of the most interest- ing kind ; and such a work will be expected, worthy of her well-earned fame, as the " FEMALE HOWARD !" Justice demands that it should be here stated, that the family of Mrs. Fry are not in any way responsible for the contents of this volume. It has been prepared without their request ; and, until nearly completed, without their knowledge. It is designed by the Author as an Offering of Friendship, a Tribute of Respect and