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Author: Clara Burdett Patterson
Binding: Hardback
Published: John Murray, 1978
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Overall in good condition with price clipped DJ. Some yellowing and foxing.
This biography chronicles the life and influence of Angela Burdett-Coutts, a prominent figure in Victorian society. Burdett-Coutts was a philanthropist and social reformer who utilized her immense wealth to address various societal issues of her time. The narrative details her significant contributions to education, housing, and public health initiatives. Readers gain insight into the social and political landscape of Victorian England through her endeavors and interactions with notable contemporaries. The book provides a comprehensive account of her enduring legacy and impact on 19th-century Britain.