This three-volume biography of the prominent British Quaker and social reformer, William Allen, offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most influential figures of his time. With extensive excerpts from Allen's correspondence, as well as detailed descriptions of his many philanthropic endeavors, this work is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the Quaker movement and the early years of the industrial revolution. 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.