William Chambers (publisher)
William Chambers of Glenormiston or William Chambers (16 April 1800 – 20 May 1883) was a Scottish publisher and politician, the brother (and business partner) of Robert Chambers. Both brothers were highly influential in the mid-19th century in both scientific and political circles.
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