The Right Honourable Sir Henry Enfield Roscoe P.C., D.C.L., F.R.S. A Biographical Sketch

"The Right Honourable Sir Henry Enfield Roscoe P.C., D.C.L., F.R.S." by T. E. Thorpe is an early 20th-century biographical account that illuminates the life and influential work of Sir Henry Enfield Roscoe, a distinguished chemist and educator. The narrative emphasizes his crucial role in the development of Owens College, his participation in the Royal Institution, and his dedication to promoting scientific research and education within Britain. The biography starts by presenting William Roscoe, Henry's grandfather, who significantly influenced Liverpool’s intellectual and cultural scene; Thorpe describes William's rise from modest origins to a respected figure known for his literary works and civic activism, including his fight against the slave trade. It then shifts to Henry Enfield Roscoe's life, covering his birth, education, and the family members who inspired his academic and moral development. This background prepares readers for a detailed examination of Roscoe's accomplishments in science and education as the biography unfolds.