English Philanthropy 1660-1960 (pub 1965)

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<p><strong>Author: David Owen.<br /> London: Oxford University Press, 1965</strong><br /> &nbsp;</p>

Owen’s panoramic study is the starting point for most people who want to learn about the history of English philanthropy. Sprinkled with fascinating facts and quotes, this is literally a treasure trove of a book, as well as a learned introduction to an often under-appreciated aspect of England’s past.

  • History of philanthropy
  • Understanding philanthropy