Book Reviews.

The first text is a biography of James Arthur Harley, a mixed-race man who became a prominent figure in the Church of England. It explores his education, challenges, and contributions to the church and his community. The second text is a book review of "A History of Scotland's Landscapes," which pro...

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Publicado en:Family & Community History Vol. 27; no. 1; pp. 87 - 105
Autores principales: Walvin, James, Kelly, James, Cushion, Steve, Marshall, Emma, Jennings, Paul, Verdon, Nicola, Warren, Allen, Collins, Brenda, Killingray, David, Back, Phil, Nolan, Peter
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Publicado: Taylor & Francis Ltd Apr2024
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Sumario:The first text is a biography of James Arthur Harley, a mixed-race man who became a prominent figure in the Church of England. It explores his education, challenges, and contributions to the church and his community. The second text is a book review of "A History of Scotland's Landscapes," which provides a comprehensive exploration of Scotland's land use history. The reviewer notes that while the book is well-produced, some aspects of Scotland's landscape history are not given enough emphasis. The third text is a book review of "Asylum: Inside Grangegorman," which sheds light on the challenges faced by patients and staff in providing care for the mentally ill at the Richmond Asylum in Dublin.