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Archives for February 2015

Adam Smith (1723-1790) – The Father of Modern Capitalism

February 26, 2015 by Janet Cameron 6 Comments

Adam Smith (1723-1790) – The Father of Modern Capitalism

Adam Smith advocated an individualistic, self-interest within in a free-market economy which would benefit society through the “unintended consequences of intended actions.”

Parker Pillsbury (1809-1898) – Anti-Slavery and Pro-Feminist

February 11, 2015 by Janet Cameron Leave a Comment

Parker Pillsbury (1809-1898) – Anti-Slavery and Pro-Feminist

History is rife with progressive, pro-feminist men who assisted women in freeing themselves from the shackles of sex and gender-related restrictions.

Thea Porter: 70s Bohemian Chic at Fashion and Textile Museum

February 10, 2015 by Frances Spiegel 1 Comment

Thea Porter: 70s Bohemian Chic at Fashion and Textile Museum

London’s Fashion and Textile Museum explores the life and work of fashion designer Thea Porter, in Thea Porter: 70s Bohemian Chic.

Shifting Patterns: Pacific Barkcloth-making Explored at British Museum

February 6, 2015 by Frances Spiegel 2 Comments

Shifting Patterns: Pacific Barkcloth-making Explored at British Museum

Shifting Patterns: Pacific Barkcloth Clothing explores barkcloth making in the Pacific Islands in a free exhibition at the British Museum.

Richard Whiting: the Last Abbot of Glastonbury

February 6, 2015 by Frank Beswick Leave a Comment

Richard Whiting: the Last Abbot of Glastonbury

Richard Whiting, Abbot of Glastonbury, was executed on false charges to justify the seizure of monastic assets by the commissioners of Henry the Eighth.

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