Excerpt from Life and Letters of Robert Clement Sconce, Vol. 2 of 2
MY Father's chief clerk, Mr. Law, died early in this year; and my Father took the entire charge of his large orphan family till arrangements could be made for sending them to an uncle in England, which was not for several months.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book provides a unique insight into the life and work of Robert Clement Sconce, a naval officer, and civil servant who spent nine years in Malta. The author draws upon Sconce's extensive personal correspondence to present a vivid account of his life, revealing his dedication to his work and his deep affection for the Maltese people. The book also explores the broader historical context of Sconce's time in Malta, examining the island's political and social landscape during the early 19th century. Through Sconce's experiences, the book sheds light on the challenges and rewards of working in a colonial setting and offers valuable insights into the complex relationships between the British and the Maltese during this period. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330737781_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330737781
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