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Focusing on the life of Robert Owen, this biography delves into the experiences of a pioneering Welsh social reformer and philanthropist. It chronicles his journey from childhood through his impactful work in improving factory conditions and founding utopian socialism and the cooperative movement. The narrative highlights key events such as his management of the New Lanark Mills and the challenges he faced in advocating for social change. This new facsimile edition includes an introductory chapter by Leslie Stephen, enriching the historical context of Owen's contributions.
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The Life, Times & Labours of Robert Owen - Volume I & II;With a Biography by Leslie Stephen, Sally Lloyd-Jones
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- Released
- 2021
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- Title
- The Life, Times & Labours of Robert Owen - Volume I & II;With a Biography by Leslie Stephen
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Sally Lloyd-Jones
- Publisher
- Read & Co. History
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 490
- ISBN13
- 9781528719407
- Category
- Social sciences, Psychology
- Description
- Focusing on the life of Robert Owen, this biography delves into the experiences of a pioneering Welsh social reformer and philanthropist. It chronicles his journey from childhood through his impactful work in improving factory conditions and founding utopian socialism and the cooperative movement. The narrative highlights key events such as his management of the New Lanark Mills and the challenges he faced in advocating for social change. This new facsimile edition includes an introductory chapter by Leslie Stephen, enriching the historical context of Owen's contributions.