Book Description

This absorbing biography tells the story of Sir John Lubbock, the celebrated British statesman, banker, and scientist who left an indelible mark on the Victorian era. Horace Gordon Hutchinson's meticulously researched account of Lubbock's life and achievements offers unique insights into the political and intellectual landscape of late nineteenth-century Britain. Life of Sir John Lubbock, Lord Avebury is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of science, politics, or culture. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.