Frederic Harrison (Dictionary of World Biography: The 19th Century)
Early Life
Frederic Harrison, born in London on October 18, 1831, was the son of Frederick Harrison, an architect turned stockbroker, and Jane (Brice) Harrison. The couple’s firstborn had died in infancy; Frederic would become the eldest of the five sons who survived. The family, of some means, would often spend time in the English countryside. Frederic’s mother taught him to appreciate history and French and Latin, while his father imparted a passion for the fine arts. Frederic’s family life was characterized by stability and the loving concern of his parents and...
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