In this episode, Val Hewson from Reading Sheffield discusses the life of 'young' Walter Parsonson; Sheffield's first public librarian, and his role in the setting up of Sheffield Public Libraries, over 160 years ago.  It offers a glimpse into life in Sheffield back in Victorian times.This is story of aspiration, self-improvement and achievement – a very Victorian story – but like a classic narrative of the period, it has a sad ending.Discover more about Reading Sheffield on their website - https://www.readingsheffield.co.uk/