Robert Owen: A Biography V1

By Frank Podmore

Book Overview

""Robert Owen: A Biography V1"" written by Frank Podmore is a detailed account of the life and achievements of Robert Owen, a prominent figure in the history of social reform in Britain. The book covers Owen's life from his birth in 1771 to his death in 1858, tracing his journey from a humble textile worker to a successful entrepreneur and social reformer. The biography explores Owen's early life in Wales, his move to Manchester where he established a successful cotton spinning business, and his subsequent involvement in social reform movements. The book details Owen's vision of a society based on cooperation and equality, and his efforts to realize this vision through his various social experiments, including the establishment of the New Lanark model community in Scotland. Podmore's biography also provides insights into Owen's personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and colleagues. The book includes numerous primary sources, such as letters, diaries, and speeches, which provide a rich and vivid picture of Owen's life and times. Overall, ""Robert Owen: A Biography V1"" is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most influential social reformers of the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of social reform, the development of the cooperative movement, or the life and legacy of Robert Owen.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: 1432575112
• ISBN13: 9781432575113
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 404 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"