Publisher's Synopsis
""Charities of France in 1866"" is a historical account of some of the most significant charitable institutions that existed in France during the mid-19th century. Written by William Richards Lawrence and published in 1867, the book provides a detailed description of various charities, including hospitals, orphanages, and asylums, and their operations.The author explores the history and development of these institutions, highlighting their founders and benefactors, and the impact they had on French society. The book also sheds light on the socio-economic conditions of the time, which led to the establishment of these charities.Lawrence's writing is informative and well-researched, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the charitable landscape in France during the period. The book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of philanthropy and social welfare in France.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.
