Lord Shaftesbury's Place In The Century is a book written by J.L. Hammond that explores the life and legacy of Anthony Ashley Cooper, the 7th Earl of Shaftesbury. The book is a comprehensive study of Shaftesbury's contributions to the social and political landscape of 19th century England. It covers his early life, his involvement in the abolition of slavery, his work in improving working conditions for laborers, and his efforts to reform the legal...