Excerpt from William Rathbone: A Memoir
IT became clear after my father's death, that among his fellow-citizens in Liverpool, his former constituents in Wales, and his fellow-workers and friends everywhere, there were many who would value a record of his life. It is for these that this Memoir is intended. Owing to the number and variety of his activities, I found it im possible to keep the book as short as I wished, without making it either too vaguely general on the one hand, or a mere string of facts and names on the other. But it has been so arranged, that readers interested in any one subject at which he worked will usually find what they want in one chapter, and can leave out as much as they like of the rest.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a detailed account of William Rathbone, a prominent Quaker merchant and social reformer of the late 18th century. It examines his life and work within the context of the burgeoning industrial city of Liverpool and the broader political and social upheavals of his time. Through extensive research, the author explores Rathbone's involvement in various social reform movements, including the abolition of the slave trade and the promotion of education and healthcare. The book also sheds light on Rathbone's complex religious views, which led to his eventual expulsion from the Quaker community. By delving into Rathbone's personal letters and the broader historical context, the book offers a captivating glimpse into the life of a remarkable individual who left an enduring legacy on his city and beyond. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334105289_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781334105289
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