Robert Raikes - J Henry Harris - Bog

Robert Raikes: The Man And His Work (1899) by J. Henry Harris is a biography of Robert Raikes, a prominent figure in the history of education and social reform in England. The book explores Raikes' life and work, tracing his early years as a journalist and his later efforts to improve the lives of poor and disadvantaged children in his community. The author provides a detailed account of Raikes' founding of the Sunday School movement, which aimed to provide basic education to children who were unable to attend regular schools. Harris also examines Raikes' broader social and political views, including his advocacy for prison reform and his opposition to slavery. Drawing on a range of primary sources, including Raikes' own writings and contemporary accounts of his work, the book offers a comprehensive portrait of this important historical figure. It will be of interest to scholars and students of education, social reform, and British history, as well as to anyone interested in the history of philanthropy and social activism.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.