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The Simons of Manchester revives the history of one of Manchester's most influential families, the Simons. The book investigates the lives and public work of Henry and Emily Simon, and Ernest and Shena Simon. Through philanthropy and work in social reform, the two generations of the Simons greatly enriched Manchester's cultural and civic institutions, worked to improve the lives of its citizens, and helped to spearhead profound national reforms in health, housing, planning and education. While many people in Manchester are familiar with the Simon name through Shena Simon College, Simonsway, and the Simon Building at the University of Manchester, there is scant public knowledge of who the Simons were and their legacy. As such, this edited volume of collected essays aims to illuminate their fascinating lives and public service to rehabilitate the Simons and examine their local and national significance.

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Author:   Martin Dodge ,  John Ayshford ,  Diana Leitch ,  Stuart Jones
Publisher:   Manchester University Press
Imprint:   Manchester University Press
ISBN:  

9781526176387

ISBN 10:   1526176386
Pages:   328
Publication Date:   24 September 2024
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Foreword Margaret and Matilda Simon Introduction The editors Part I: Cosmopolitan Manchester and the Simons 1. Context, cosmopolitanism and connectivity: The German diaspora in Manchester Margaret Littler 2. The appeal of a Buddha: Henry Simon, industrialist and philanthropist (1835–99) Janet Wolff 3. Her compass always pointed to service: The life of Emily Simon (1858–1920) Diana Leitch 4. The shy campaigner: The life of Ernest Simon, politician and social reformer (1879–1960) John Ayshford and Brendon Jones 5. A confirmed outsider: The life of Shena Simon, feminist and education campaigner (1883–1972) John Ayshford and Brendon Jones Colour plates Part II: The Simons’ contribution to society 6. Busy making good money: the development of the Simon engineering businesses Martin Dodge 7. Shena Simon: Feminism, civic patriotism, and the strength of local government Charlotte Wildman 8. Building Jerusalem: The Simons’ role in housing reform and town planning Steven V. Ward and Martin Dodge 9. Burghers and citizens: The Simons and the University of Manchester H.S. Jones and Chris Godden Conclusion The editors -- .

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John Ayshford is a Doctoral Researcher in History at the University of Manchester. Martin Dodge is a Senior Lecturer in Geography at the University of Manchester. Stuart Jones (H.S. Jones) is a Professor of Intellectual History at the University of Manchester. Diana Leitch MBE is a former Deputy University Librarian of the John Rylands University Library of Manchester. Janet Wolff is Professor Emerita in the School of Arts, Languages and Cultures at the University of Manchester.

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