SOMERSET LIFE

Posted on: September 29, 2026

Walter Bagehot and his Langport connections feature in the October issue of Somerset Life. This year saw the bicentenary of Bagehot’s birth and the publication of our new book about him: Walter Bagehot: life and legacy. The article explains why his reputation is still important, and why Langport is the place to visit to learn more about him and his life. You can find more details about the book here.

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