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Lundie, R. H. (Robert Henry)
1824
1885
Lundie, Robert Henry
Alexander Balfour : $b a memoir
$aLondon :$bJames Nisbet & Co., $c1890.
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"Alexander Balfour: a memoir" by R. H. Lundie is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. This work focuses on the life and character of Alexander Balfour, a prominent Liverpool merchant known for his Christian faith, philanthropy, and commitment to public service. The memoir aims to highlight Balfour's personal values, family heritage, and his exemplary influence as both a businessman and a humanitarian, making it particularly appealing to those interested in inspirational lives shaped by faith and public-spiritedness. The opening of the memoir introduces Alexander Balfour’s family background in Fifeshire, Scotland, emphasizing his ancestry, early lessons in generosity, and the importance of both parental and ancestral influence on his character. Balfour’s childhood is depicted as marked by compassion and resourcefulness, traits that carried into his adulthood. The narrative then follows his transition to Liverpool due to economic necessity, his early struggles and resilience, and the significant friendships and spiritual development he experienced there. The memoir’s early chapters highlight Balfour’s growing commitment to Christian service, recounting personal and professional milestones that reveal a life dedicated to honest business practice, social reform, and generous charity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Balfour, Alexander, 1824-1886
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