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Arnold Toynbee

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Also known as Toynbee

British economic historian (1852-1883)

Key facts

Born
( 1852-08-23 ) 23 August 1852, Savile Row , London, England
Died
9 March 1883 (1883-03-09) (aged 30), Wimbledon, London , England
Alma mater
Balliol College, Oxford
Fields
Economic history

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Instance of
human
Given name
Arnold
Gender
male
Place of birth
London
Place of death
Wimbledon
Occupation
historian
Educated at
Balliol College
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date of birth
1852-08-23
date of death
1883-03-09
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Encyclopedic overview

Arnold Toynbee (/ˈtɔɪnbi/; 23 August 1852 – 9 March 1883) was an English economic historian also noted for his social commitment and desire to improve the living conditions of the working classes. Toynbee Hall in London was named in his honour.

Life and career

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