A History Of The Birmingham General Hospital And The Musical Festivals (1873) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781166505615 : 1166505618 : 10 Sep 2010 : A History of the Birmingham General Hospital and the Musical Festivals is a book written by John Thackray Bunce in 1873. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the Birmingham General Hospital, which was founded in 1779, and the famous musical festivals that took place in the city from 1768 to 1912. Bunce's book covers the early years of the hospital, including its establishment by a group of philanthropists and its growth as a major medical institution in the Midlands. He also provides detailed information about the hospital's staff, patients, and facilities, as well as the challenges it faced over the years.In addition to the hospital's history, Bunce also explores the development of the Birmingham Musical Festivals, which were among the most important cultural events in England during the 19th century. He describes the