{"title":"Peter Hull","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Peter Hull collection, where readers can delve into the life stories and accomplishments of extraordinary individuals. Peter Hull is a talented author whose works in the \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e genre have captivated readers with their rich detail and insightful perspectives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cstrong\u003eLord Nuffield\u003c\/strong\u003e, a comprehensive biography that explores the life of William Morris, the visionary founder of Morris Motors and one of the most influential figures in the British automotive industry. Drawing on meticulous research and a keen narrative style, Peter Hull brings to light the innovative spirit and philanthropic endeavours that made Lord Nuffield a legend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHull's biographies are more than just factual accounts; they offer an engaging journey into the lives of remarkable personalities, providing readers with a deeper understanding of their motivations and impacts on society. Whether you're a history enthusiast or new to the genre, Peter Hull's works promise to educate and inspire.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lord-nuffield-by-peter-hull-9780747802037","title":"Lord Nuffield","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Richard Morris, later \u003cem\u003eLord Nuffield\u003c\/em\u003e, rose from humble beginnings to become one of Britain's leading industrialists and philanthropists. It is to his career that Oxford's industrial standing can largely be attributed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHaving established his own cycle business nine months after leaving school at fourteen, he quickly developed plans for a small, high-quality car that could be mass-produced. Thus, the first Morris Oxford appeared in 1913.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe economic boom of the 1920s made Morris a millionaire and peer. It was not long before he embarked upon a programme of philanthropy that would see him give away over £30,000,000, much of it to hospitals and other medical causes. He also financed the establishment of Nuffield College, Oxford, which bears his title.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis name ceased to appear on motorcars in 1983, when Morris Motors became part of British Leyland, but the MG (Morris Garages) badge has survived as a fitting memorial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46844460073196,"sku":"9780747802037","price":36.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6291713482454.jpg?v=1758843413"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/peter-hull.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}