The Good Lord Wharton: His Family, Life And Bible Charity (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432641825)

The Good Lord Wharton: His Family, Life And Bible Charity is a comprehensive biography of Philip Wharton, the 4th Baron Wharton, written by author Bryan Dale. The book delves into the life of this prominent figure in English history, exploring his family background, personal life, and his philanthropic efforts in founding the Bible Charity. The biography begins by tracing the Wharton family's origins and their rise to prominence in the English aristocracy. It then moves on to explore Philip Wharton's own life, from his early years and education, to his political career and involvement in the English Civil War. The book also delves into Wharton's personal life, including his marriages and relationships, as well as his interests in literature, music, and the arts.The Good Lord Wharton also explores Wharton's philanthropic efforts, particularly his founding of the Bible Charity, which aimed to provide Bibles to the poor and educate them in reading and writing. The book provides a detailed account of the charity's origins, its activities, and its impact on English society.Overall, The Good Lord Wharton: His Family, Life And Bible Charity is a fascinating and informative biography that offers a comprehensive look at one of England's most influential figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in English history, philanthropy, or the life of Philip Wharton.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.

Author: Bryan Dale
ISBN-10: 1432641824
ISBN-13: 9781432641825
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/01/2007
Pages: 216
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.71lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.49d
Binding Material: Paper