This book is a memoir of the life and career of David Pike Watts, a 19th century civil servant and cultural figure. Drawing on his personal correspondence and other sources, it offers glimpses into a bygone era of British history, including the social and cultural dynamics of Victorian London. Written by his daughter, this book is a poignant tribute to a man whose achievements and character are too often forgotten.

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