A Memoir Of John Deakin Heaton, Of Leeds (1883) - Thomas Wemyss Reid - Bog

""A Memoir of John Deakin Heaton, of Leeds"" is a biographical work by Thomas Wemyss Reid, originally published in 1883. The book tells the life story of John Deakin Heaton, a prominent businessman and politician from Leeds, England. Heaton was known for his involvement in various civic and philanthropic endeavors, including the establishment of a free library and a school of art in Leeds. The memoir covers Heaton's early life, his rise to prominence in the business world, his political career, and his contributions to the community. Reid provides a detailed account of Heaton's personal and professional life, drawing on letters, diaries, and other primary sources. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of an important figure in Victorian England, and sheds light on the social and cultural context of the time. Overall, ""A Memoir of John Deakin Heaton, of Leeds"" is a valuable historical document that will appeal to anyone interested in the history of England, business, politics, and philanthropy.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of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.