Recollections of Life and Work: Being the Autobiography of Louisa Twining - Couverture souple

Twining, Louisa

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1437110525 ISBN 13 : 9781437110524

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2008

Synopsis

Recollections of Life and Work: Being the Autobiography of Louisa Twining is a book written by Louisa Twining in 1893. The book is an autobiography that chronicles the life and work of the author, who was a prominent social reformer and philanthropist in the 19th century. Twining was known for her work in improving the conditions of the poor and vulnerable, particularly women and children.The book begins with Twining's childhood and upbringing in a wealthy and influential family. She then goes on to describe her early experiences in philanthropy, including her involvement in the founding of the Bedford College for Women and her work with the Society for the Relief of Distress.Twining also recounts her travels to various parts of the world, including Egypt, Palestine, and the United States, where she observed and documented the social conditions of the people she encountered. She was particularly interested in the role of women in society and worked tirelessly to improve their status and opportunities.Throughout the book, Twining provides insights into the social and political climate of the 19th century, including the struggles for women's suffrage and the fight against poverty and inequality. She also reflects on her own personal struggles, including the loss of her sister and the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated society.Overall, Recollections of Life and Work is a fascinating and inspiring account of one woman's journey to make a difference in the world. It provides valuable insights into the social and political issues of the 19th century and serves as a testament to the power of compassion and perseverance in the face of adversity.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.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

So great and widespreading is the change that has taken place since that time, that those who are living in the midst of the present rush and whirl of life cannot possibly comprehend the vastness of it, or realize the wholly altered circumstances of the times in which their lot is cast. Two classes of writers pass judgment on these changes, the one condemning all progress as evil, and looking back on the days that are gone, shining golden through the haze of distance; while the other considers that the old and the past was narrow and contemptible, and unworthy to be named in comparison with the present. I shall endeavour to avoid both these extremes, striving rather, in the first place, to relate focts and customs concerning the education and modes of life of half a century ago (of which the young of the present day can form no notion); and, secondly, the social progress of that period. That some methods were, in my estimation, better then than now, I shall not attempt to deny; but that the world is nevertheless advancing, and not retrograding, is, and always has been, my firm belief. We cannot, if we would, make the clock go back instead of forward.
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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2008
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1437110525
• ISBN 13: 9781437110524
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 308
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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