The Life and Work of Duncan McLaren V1 is a biographical book written by John Beveridge Mackie. It chronicles the life of Duncan McLaren, a Scottish businessman, philanthropist, and politician who lived in the 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of McLaren's upbringing, education, and early career as a lawyer. It also delves into his activism in the fields of education, social reform, and political advocacy.The author explores McLaren's involvement in the founding of the Edinburgh University Settlement, a charity aimed at improving the lives of the working-class population in the city. The book also covers McLaren's political career, including his time as a Member of Parliament for Edinburgh and his advocacy for the rights of women and workers.Throughout the book, Mackie highlights McLaren's dedication to social justice and his efforts to improve the lives of those less fortunate. The author also provides insight into McLaren's personal life, including his marriage to Priscilla Bright, a prominent suffragist and social reformer.Overall, The Life and Work of Duncan McLaren V1 is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and accomplishments of an influential figure in Scottish history.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.