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Arthur, Sir Helps

Arthur, Sir Helps

Sir Arthur Helps was a nineteenth-century English writer, dean of the Privy Council, and an early advocate for animal rights.

Lived
1813–1875
Nationality
English
Era
Victorian
Language
English

Sir Arthur Helps (1813–1875) was an English writer and administrator who served as the clerk of the Privy Council. Born in 1813, he went on to study at the University of Cambridge, where he became a member of the Cambridge Apostles, a prestigious intellectual secret society.\n\nHelps's career was defined by a combination of public service and literary production. Beyond his official duties for the British government, he was a dedicated author. He is also recognized historically as an early advocate for animal rights, utilizing his platform to promote the ethical treatment of animals during the Victorian period.