Annie Besant: A Character Sketch 1891

Annie Besant: A Character Sketch 1891 is a book written by W. T. Stead that provides a detailed account of the life and character of Annie Besant, a prominent social activist, feminist, and theosophist of the late 19th century. The book is a biographical account of Besant's early life, her conversion to theosophy, and her subsequent involvement in the Theosophical Society, which she eventually led as its president. The book also explores Besant's political activism, including her involvement in the Fabian Society and her advocacy of women's rights, birth control, and Indian independence. Stead's account of Besant's life is based on his personal interactions with her and his observations of her work. The book is written in a conversational style and provides a unique insight into the life and work of one of the most influential women of the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.