Life and Letters of W. J. Birkbeck

by Rose Katherine Birkbeck and William John Birkbeck

Book Overview

William John Birkbeck was a prominent English banker, philanthropist, and social reformer of the 19th century. His life story, as told through his own letters and those of his family and associates, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of Victorian finance, politics, and cultural life, as well as the challenges and opportunities faced by those who sought to improve the welfare of the less fortunate.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1022035185
• ISBN13: 9781022035188
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 410 Pages
• Weight: 1.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"