Recollections Of John Pounds (1884)

By Henry Hawkes

Book Overview

Recollections of John Pounds is a book written by Henry Hawkes in 1884. The book is a biography of John Pounds, a philanthropist who lived in Portsmouth, England in the 19th century. John Pounds was known for his work with the poor and underprivileged children of the city. He opened a school in his home where he taught children to read and write, and also gave them basic education in arithmetic and geography. Pounds was not a trained teacher, but he had a deep sense of compassion and a desire to help those less fortunate than himself. Hawkes' book is a collection of stories and anecdotes about Pounds' life and work, as told by people who knew him. The book provides a glimpse into the life of a remarkable man who made a difference in the lives of many children. It also highlights the importance of education and the power of one person to make a positive impact on their community. Recollections of John Pounds is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the social and economic conditions of 19th century England and the efforts of individuals to improve the lives of the less fortunate.This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: 1164926640
• ISBN13: 9781164926641
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"