Fifty Years of Public Work of Sir Henry Cole, K. C. B., Accounted for in his Deeds, Speeches and Writings

This book celebrates the life and work of Sir Henry Cole, a distinguished civil servant and cultural impresario who played an important role in shaping Victorian England. Drawing on his own speeches, essays, and correspondence, as well as the recollections of family members and colleagues, the book provides a vivid portrait of this remarkable figure and his many achievements. With its engaging style and rich detail, Fifty Years of Public Work is an ideal introduction to the life and work of one of the most important figures of the Victorian era.