Some Great Charitable Trusts Of Great Britain (1887)

By Charles A. Chase

Book Overview

""Some Great Charitable Trusts of Great Britain"" is a historical book written by Charles Augustus Chase and published in 1887. The book provides a detailed account of various charitable trusts established in Great Britain during the 19th century. The author explores the origins, purposes, and impact of these trusts on society, highlighting the contributions made by their founders and benefactors. The book covers a wide range of charitable trusts, including those established for the relief of poverty, education, healthcare, and the advancement of religion. It also provides insights into the legal and administrative aspects of managing charitable trusts, including the role of trustees and the challenges they faced in fulfilling their duties. Overall, ""Some Great Charitable Trusts of Great Britain"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the philanthropic landscape of 19th century Britain and the people who dedicated their resources to improving the lives of others. The book is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of charitable giving and social welfare in Great Britain.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: 1167037758
• ISBN13: 9781167037757
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 54 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"