Publisher's Synopsis
The Life Of Robert Owen V1 is a book written by Robert Owen himself, published in 1858. It is a comprehensive account of his life, containing a series of reports, addresses, memorials, and other documents. The book is divided into chapters, each of which covers a specific period of Owen's life. It begins with his early years in Wales, where he was born in 1771, and follows his journey to become a successful entrepreneur in Manchester. The book then covers Owen's involvement in social reform movements, including his establishment of the New Lanark cotton mills in Scotland, and his advocacy for workers' rights and education. The latter part of the book focuses on Owen's later years, including his involvement in the establishment of the Grand National Consolidated Trades Union and his work towards creating a utopian community in New Harmony, Indiana. Overall, The Life Of Robert Owen V1 provides a detailed and insightful look at the life of one of the most influential social reformers of the 19th century.A Supplementary Index To The First Volume.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.
