Henry Edward Manning was an English cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church. He was a prominent figure in the Oxford Movement, which sought to bring the Church of England back to its Catholic roots. Manning later converted to Catholicism and became a leading figure in the Catholic Church in England. He was known for his advocacy for social justice and his efforts to improve the living and working conditions of the poor. Manning was also a prolific writer and a strong supporter of the rights of workers and the working class.