Memoir Of Benjamin Braidley (1845)

By Benjamin Braidley

Book Overview

Memoir of Benjamin Braidley is an autobiographical account of the life of Benjamin Braidley, a British industrialist and philanthropist who lived during the 18th and 19th centuries. The book, which was originally published in 1845, provides a detailed insight into Braidley's personal and professional life, as well as his contributions to the industrial revolution in England.The memoir begins with Braidley's childhood, growing up in a working-class family in Lancashire. He describes his early experiences working in the textile mills, and his eventual rise to become a successful businessman in the cotton industry. Braidley also discusses his involvement in various social and political causes, including the abolition of slavery and the improvement of working conditions for laborers.Throughout the book, Braidley reflects on his personal beliefs and values, including his strong Christian faith and his commitment to helping others. He discusses his philanthropic endeavors, such as the establishment of schools and hospitals for the poor, and his efforts to promote education and social reform.Overall, Memoir of Benjamin Braidley provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a prominent figure in British history, and offers valuable insights into the social and economic changes that occurred during the industrial revolution.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: 1165537249
• ISBN13: 9781165537242
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 230 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"