Dr. Barnardo: As I Knew Him (1914)

By A.R. Neuman

Book Overview

Dr. Barnardo: As I Knew Him is a memoir written by an anonymous member of staff who worked with Dr. Thomas John Barnardo, a philanthropist who founded a network of homes for destitute children in the late 19th century. The book provides a personal account of the author's experiences working with Dr. Barnardo and the children in his care, as well as insights into the character and motivations of the man himself. The author describes Dr. Barnardo as a tireless and compassionate advocate for children, who worked tirelessly to provide them with shelter, education, and a better future. The book also provides a glimpse into the social and economic conditions of Victorian England, and the challenges faced by those who sought to improve the lives of the poor and marginalized. Overall, Dr. Barnardo: As I Knew Him is a moving tribute to a remarkable man and his legacy of social reform.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166951170
• ISBN13: 9781166951177
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 134 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"