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H. C. (Henry Charles) Beeching
1859–1919
An English clergyman, scholar, and poet whose work moved easily between church life and literary culture, he is still remembered for the poem "Going Down Hill on a Bicycle, A Boy's Song." His career led from parish work and teaching to the post of Dean of Norwich.
2 Audiobooks
George Borrow : A sermon preached in Norwich Cathedral on July 6, 1913
by H. C. (Henry Charles) Beeching
Two lectures introductory to the study of poetry
by H. C. (Henry Charles) Beeching
About the author
Born on 15 May 1859, he was educated at the City of London School and Balliol College, Oxford. He was ordained in the Church of England in 1882 and began his ministry in Liverpool before serving for many years as rector of Yattendon in Berkshire.
Alongside his church work, he built a strong reputation as a man of letters. He lectured in English literature and theology, edited literary works, and wrote poetry and essays in a style that was learned but approachable.
In later years he became Dean of Norwich, a position he held from 1911 until his death on 25 February 1919. Today he is most often remembered as a Victorian-era writer who brought together faith, scholarship, and a genuine delight in verse.