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The tale of how Sir Titus discovered a treasure trove of alpaca wool in Liverpool, leading to the development of a highly sought-after fabric, is vividly recounted in Chapter 6 of THE GREAT YORKSHIRE LLAMA by Charles Dickens, found in LVs Short Non-Fiction Collection #82 (Summary by Michele Fry).]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/6714025/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Business</category><copyright>Copyright Biographies 2.0</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/02d95e468c274978ea4e49e74e1a1ff5.jpg</url><title>Sir Titus Salt, Baronet, His Life and Its Lessons</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sir-titus-salt-baronet-his-life-and-its-lessons--6714025</link></image><lastBuildDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:19:40 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Robert Balgarnie</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Public Domain Books</itunes:name><itunes:email>spreaker11@adfreesounds.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/02d95e468c274978ea4e49e74e1a1ff5.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Titus Salt was a remarkable British manufacturer, politician, and philanthropist, celebrated for his creation of Salts Mill, a pioneering textile mill, along with the adjoining village of Saltaire. 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One notable tribute described Titus as perhaps the greatest captain of industry in England, not just for his ability to lead thousands but for his genuine care for their well-being. By the time of his passing, Salt had generously donated over ¬£500,000 to charitable causes (equivalent to about ¬£65 million in 2021, or $91.5 million). 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One notable tribute described Titus as perhaps the greatest captain of industry in England, not just for his ability to lead thousands but for his genuine care for their well-being. By the time of his passing, Salt had generously donated over ¬£500,000 to charitable causes (equivalent to about ¬£65 million in 2021, or $91.5 million). 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The tale of how Sir Titus discovered a treasure trove of alpaca wool in Liverpool, leading to the development of a highly sought-after fabric, is vividly recounted in Chapter 6 of THE GREAT YORKSHIRE LLAMA by Charles Dickens, found in LVs Short Non-Fiction Collection #82 (Summary by Michele Fry).]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>22405</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/02d95e468c274978ea4e49e74e1a1ff5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Adventure-Eleanor Jourdain, Charlotte Anne Moberly</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/adventure-eleanor-jourdain-charlotte-anne-moberly--74022529</link><description><![CDATA[Titus Salt was a remarkable British manufacturer, politician, and philanthropist, celebrated for his creation of Salts Mill, a pioneering textile mill, along with the adjoining village of Saltaire. 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Listening to this audiobook offers a timeless exploration of personal conviction and the pursuit of truth, resonating with contemporary audiences who seek meaning in an ever-changing world. The enduring relevance of Thoreau's thoughts on simplicity and self-reliance invites listeners to reflect on their own lives and the lessons that can be drawn from the past.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73612072</guid><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:28:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73612072/henry_d_thoreau_franklin_benjamin_sanborn.mp3" length="199714100" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Robert Balgarnie</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Henry D. Thoreau-Franklin Benjamin Sanborn" delves into the profound insights and philosophies of two influential figures of the 19th century. 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One notable tribute described Titus as perhaps the greatest captain of industry in England, not just for his ability to lead thousands but for his genuine care for their well-being. By the time of his passing, Salt had generously donated over ¬£500,000 to charitable causes (equivalent to about ¬£65 million in 2021, or $91.5 million). 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One notable tribute described Titus as perhaps the greatest captain of industry in England, not just for his ability to lead thousands but for his genuine care for their well-being. By the time of his passing, Salt had generously donated over ¬£500,000 to charitable causes (equivalent to about ¬£65 million in 2021, or $91.5 million). The tale of how Sir Titus discovered a treasure trove of alpaca wool in Liverpool, leading to the development of a highly sought-after fabric, is vividly recounted in Chapter 6 of THE GREAT YORKSHIRE LLAMA by Charles Dickens, found in LVs Short Non-Fiction Collection #82 (Summary by Michele Fry).]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1885</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>biography,history,industry,innovation,leadership,legacy,philanthropy,politics,saltaire,textile</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/02d95e468c274978ea4e49e74e1a1ff5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>17 - Sir Titus Salt, Baronet, His Life and Its Lessons by Robert Balgarnie</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/17-sir-titus-salt-baronet-his-life-and-its-lessons-by-robert-balgarnie--67432628</link><description><![CDATA[Titus Salt was a remarkable British manufacturer, politician, and philanthropist, celebrated for his creation of Salts Mill, a pioneering textile mill, along with the adjoining village of Saltaire. 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One notable tribute described Titus as perhaps the greatest captain of industry in England, not just for his ability to lead thousands but for his genuine care for their well-being. By the time of his passing, Salt had generously donated over ¬£500,000 to charitable causes (equivalent to about ¬£65 million in 2021, or $91.5 million). The tale of how Sir Titus discovered a treasure trove of alpaca wool in Liverpool, leading to the development of a highly sought-after fabric, is vividly recounted in Chapter 6 of THE GREAT YORKSHIRE LLAMA by Charles Dickens, found in LVs Short Non-Fiction Collection #82 (Summary by Michele Fry).]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1798</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>biography,history,industry,innovation,leadership,legacy,philanthropy,politics,saltaire,textile</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/02d95e468c274978ea4e49e74e1a1ff5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>16 - Sir Titus Salt, Baronet, His Life and Its Lessons by Robert Balgarnie</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/16-sir-titus-salt-baronet-his-life-and-its-lessons-by-robert-balgarnie--67432624</link><description><![CDATA[Titus Salt was a remarkable British manufacturer, politician, and philanthropist, celebrated for his creation of Salts Mill, a pioneering textile mill, along with the adjoining village of Saltaire. 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One notable tribute described Titus as perhaps the greatest captain of industry in England, not just for his ability to lead thousands but for his genuine care for their well-being. By the time of his passing, Salt had generously donated over ¬£500,000 to charitable causes (equivalent to about ¬£65 million in 2021, or $91.5 million). The tale of how Sir Titus discovered a treasure trove of alpaca wool in Liverpool, leading to the development of a highly sought-after fabric, is vividly recounted in Chapter 6 of THE GREAT YORKSHIRE LLAMA by Charles Dickens, found in LVs Short Non-Fiction Collection #82 (Summary by Michele Fry).]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1791</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>biography,history,industry,innovation,leadership,legacy,philanthropy,politics,saltaire,textile</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/02d95e468c274978ea4e49e74e1a1ff5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>15 - Sir Titus Salt, Baronet, His Life and Its Lessons by Robert Balgarnie</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/15-sir-titus-salt-baronet-his-life-and-its-lessons-by-robert-balgarnie--67432623</link><description><![CDATA[Titus Salt was a remarkable British manufacturer, politician, and philanthropist, celebrated for his creation of Salts Mill, a pioneering textile mill, along with the adjoining village of Saltaire. 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One notable tribute described Titus as perhaps the greatest captain of industry in England, not just for his ability to lead thousands but for his genuine care for their well-being. By the time of his passing, Salt had generously donated over ¬£500,000 to charitable causes (equivalent to about ¬£65 million in 2021, or $91.5 million). The tale of how Sir Titus discovered a treasure trove of alpaca wool in Liverpool, leading to the development of a highly sought-after fabric, is vividly recounted in Chapter 6 of THE GREAT YORKSHIRE LLAMA by Charles Dickens, found in LVs Short Non-Fiction Collection #82 (Summary by Michele Fry).]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1950</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>biography,history,industry,innovation,leadership,legacy,philanthropy,politics,saltaire,textile</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/02d95e468c274978ea4e49e74e1a1ff5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>14 - Sir Titus Salt, Baronet, His Life and Its Lessons by Robert Balgarnie</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/14-sir-titus-salt-baronet-his-life-and-its-lessons-by-robert-balgarnie--67432616</link><description><![CDATA[Titus Salt was a remarkable British manufacturer, politician, and philanthropist, celebrated for his creation of Salts Mill, a pioneering textile mill, along with the adjoining village of Saltaire. 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One notable tribute described Titus as perhaps the greatest captain of industry in England, not just for his ability to lead thousands but for his genuine care for their well-being. By the time of his passing, Salt had generously donated over ¬£500,000 to charitable causes (equivalent to about ¬£65 million in 2021, or $91.5 million). The tale of how Sir Titus discovered a treasure trove of alpaca wool in Liverpool, leading to the development of a highly sought-after fabric, is vividly recounted in Chapter 6 of THE GREAT YORKSHIRE LLAMA by Charles Dickens, found in LVs Short Non-Fiction Collection #82 (Summary by Michele Fry).]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1648</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>biography,history,industry,innovation,leadership,legacy,philanthropy,politics,saltaire,textile</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/02d95e468c274978ea4e49e74e1a1ff5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>13 - Sir Titus Salt, Baronet, His Life and Its Lessons by Robert Balgarnie</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/13-sir-titus-salt-baronet-his-life-and-its-lessons-by-robert-balgarnie--67432613</link><description><![CDATA[Titus Salt was a remarkable British manufacturer, politician, and philanthropist, celebrated for his creation of Salts Mill, a pioneering textile mill, along with the adjoining village of Saltaire. 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One notable tribute described Titus as perhaps the greatest captain of industry in England, not just for his ability to lead thousands but for his genuine care for their well-being. By the time of his passing, Salt had generously donated over ¬£500,000 to charitable causes (equivalent to about ¬£65 million in 2021, or $91.5 million). 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