Joseph, Fiona

Beatrice the Cadbury Heiress Who Gave Away Her Fortune

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ISBN 13:
9780957093409
author:
Joseph, Fiona
format:
BOOK
publisher:
Foxwell Press (an Imprint of Flo-Joe)
language:
English
Publication Year:
2012
Pages:
254
Dimensions:
22.9 x 15.2 x 1.4 centimeters (0
Genre:
Biography, Business, Biography,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 5 working days
£15.34

Description

Beatrice Cadbury's life was marked by privilege and purpose. Born into the world-famous Cadbury chocolate empire, she grew up with every advantage: a grand home, excellent education, and opportunities to travel the globe. However, this 'have' mentality troubled her, and in 1920, she made a bold decision - to give back all her inherited shares to the Bournville factory workers. This remarkable story follows Beatrice's transformation from a respectable Quaker girl to a passionate anti-capitalist and peace activist. Her journey was not without its challenges, but with her Dutch husband Kees Boeke by her side, she pursued a vision of a fairer and more equal society. This biography offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a remarkable woman who dared to challenge the status quo.

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