Memorials Of Samuel Gurney (1859)

By Hannah Ransome Geldart

Book Overview

Memorials of Samuel Gurney is a biographical work that chronicles the life of Samuel Gurney, a prominent figure in 19th century England. Written by Hannah Ransome Geldart and published in 1859, the book provides a detailed account of Gurney's life, from his childhood to his career as a successful businessman, philanthropist, and politician.Gurney was born into a Quaker family in Norwich, England, in 1786. He went on to become a successful banker and merchant, and was known for his philanthropic work, particularly in the areas of education and prison reform. He was also involved in politics, serving as a Member of Parliament for several years.The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of Gurney's life, and includes anecdotes and personal reflections from his family and friends. It also includes letters and speeches from Gurney himself, providing insight into his thoughts and beliefs.Overall, Memorials of Samuel Gurney is a comprehensive and intimate portrait of a man who made a significant impact on the social and political landscape of his time.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: 1164860526
• ISBN13: 9781164860525
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 166 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"