The Autobiography of Kingsley Fairbridge

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L S Amery, Arthur Lawley

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Biography: general; African history; Social welfare & social services; Social work; Political activism

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""The Autobiography of Kingsley Fairbridge"" offers a compelling firsthand account of the life and vision of one of the early 20th century's most dedicated social reformers. Born in South Africa and raised in the rugged landscapes of Rhodesia, Fairbridge details his formative years in the African wilderness, where he developed a deep connection to the land and a profound sense of duty toward the underprivileged.

The narrative traces his journey to Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar and the eventual realization of his life's work: the establishment of the Fairbridge Society. This work chronicles his pioneering efforts to provide orphaned and impoverished British children with new opportunities through agricultural education and settlement in the British colonies. More than just a personal memoir, ""The Autobiography of Kingsley Fairbridge"" serves as a historical testament to the ideals of the British Empire and the passionate drive of an individual seeking to bridge the gap between urban poverty and the vast potential of the frontier. It provides invaluable insight into the motivations behind child emigration schemes and the adventurous spirit that defined colonial expansion during the era.

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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

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By: L S Amery, Arthur Lawley
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 467g
ISBN: 9781025368375
ISBN 10: 1025368371
Pages: 208
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active