She hath done what she could by Matthew Feilde
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"She hath done what she could" by Matthew Feilde is a discourse addressed to the ratepayers of St. Marylebone, urging them to adopt the Public Libraries Act of 1855. Written in the mid-19th century during the Victorian era, this book takes the form of a persuasive speech advocating for the establishment of free public libraries and reading rooms to promote education and alleviate poverty. The work emphasizes the essential role of books
and knowledge in society, framing it as a matter of social justice and economic prudence. In the discourse, Feilde passionately argues against the objections of those who oppose the Libraries Act, portraying them as enemies of progress and intellectual growth. He highlights the potential benefits of public libraries not only for the working class but for all societal classes, insisting that knowledge should be accessible to everyone. Feilde's arguments intertwine personal anecdotes, statistics, and biblical references, creating a compelling narrative that emphasizes the moral imperatives of education and the transformative power of literature. He calls upon the women of St. Marylebone to champion this cause, framing their involvement as a crucial factor in the fight against ignorance and inequality, ultimately urging the community to act for a brighter, more informed future. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Feilde, Matthew |
|---|---|
| Title |
She hath done what she could A Discourse addressed to the Ratepayers of St. Marylebone, urging the adoption of The Public Libraries Act, 1855 |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1860 J. Bumpus edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | Z: Bibliography, Library science |
| Subject | Library legislation -- Great Britain |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 53889 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-53889-1 |
| Release Date | Jan 4, 2017 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 197 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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