The Life And Work Of The Seventh Earl Of Shaftesbury V3

von Edwin Hodder

560 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Life and Work of the Seventh Earl of Shaftesbury V3 is a book written by Edwin Hodder that provides a comprehensive account of the life and achievements of the Seventh Earl of Shaftesbury. The book is the third volume in a series and covers the period from 1860 to 1885, during which the Earl played a prominent role in British politics and social reform.The book begins with a detailed biography of the Earl, tracing his family history and upbringing before delving into his political career. The Earl is shown to be a passionate and dedicated reformer, who fought tirelessly for the rights of the poor and vulnerable in society. He was particularly concerned with the plight of factory workers, and worked to improve their working conditions and wages.Hodder also explores the Earl's religious beliefs and his role as a philanthropist, highlighting his efforts to establish schools, hospitals, and other charitable institutions. The book provides a fascinating insight into the social and political landscape of Victorian Britain, and the challenges faced by those seeking to effect positive change.Overall, The Life and Work of the Seventh Earl of Shaftesbury V3 is a well-researched and engaging account of one of the most influential figures of the Victorian era. It will appeal to anyone interested in British history, social reform, or the life of this remarkable man.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.

• Themen: Biographie, Literatur und Literaturwissenschaft Biografien und Sachliteratur Allgemein Historisch, politisch, militärisch
• ISBN: 9781430456773
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 17.01.2007
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC