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She Hath Done What She Could

She Hath Done What She Could

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General ReferenceGeneral Law

ISBN10: 1023376016
ISBN13: 9781023376013
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 36
Weight: 0.14
Height: 0.07 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

She hath done what she could: A Discourse addressed to the Ratepayers of St. Marylebone, urging the adoption of The Public Libraries Act, 1855 by Matthew Feilde offers a compelling glimpse into the pivotal debates surrounding the establishment of public libraries in Great Britain. This meticulously reproduced historical text provides a fascinating snapshot of the social and political landscape of the mid-19th century as communities grappled with the revolutionary concept of publicly funded libraries.

Feilde's discourse, originally addressed to the ratepayers of St. Marylebone, passionately advocates for the adoption of the Public Libraries Act of 1855. Delve into the arguments for and against this landmark legislation, and understand the concerns and aspirations of a community on the cusp of embracing widespread literacy and access to knowledge. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in library legislation, the history of public libraries, and the social sciences. It sheds light on the enduring importance of libraries as cornerstones of education and community.

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