Thomas Ruddle of Shebbear: A North Devon Arnold; His Life and Selections From His Letters (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

G. P. Dymond

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331910187 ISBN 13: 9780331910186

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover the life and letters of a North Devon schoolmaster whose work shaped a community.

This volume presents the biographical story of Thomas Ruddle, set against his long career at Shebbear and the people who surrounded him. It collects letters and firsthand recollections that illuminate his devotion to education, faith, and family, offering a clear window into a 19th‑ and early 20th‑century English circle.

The book moves from the classroom to the chapel, showing how one man’s steady faith and practical leadership touched students, colleagues, and a wider religious network. You’ll see the balance of personal milestones, family trials, and community service that defined his influence, along with reflections from friends and former pupils.

• Insight into the life of a dedicated teacher and church leader
• Selections from letters that reveal character, values, and daily life
• Context for the North Devon religious and educational scene of the era
• Portraits of family, friends, and colleagues who shaped his world

Ideal for readers interested in biography, local history, and the human stories behind educational and religious communities of the period.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331910187
• ISBN 13: 9780331910186
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 242