Life Of Amos A. Lawrence
- With Extracts From His Diary And Correspondence
- Indbinding:
- Paperback
- Sideantal:
- 304
- Udgivet:
- 10. september 2010
- Størrelse:
- 152x229x16 mm.
- Vægt:
- 408 g.
- 2-3 uger.
- 6. december 2024
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Beskrivelse af Life Of Amos A. Lawrence
The Life of Amos A. Lawrence is a biography written by William Lawrence that chronicles the life of Amos A. Lawrence, a prominent American businessman and philanthropist of the 19th century. The book includes extracts from Lawrence's diary and correspondence, providing a unique insight into his personal and professional life.Born in 1814, Amos A. Lawrence grew up in Boston and went on to become a successful merchant and banker. He was a leading figure in the development of the American textile industry and played a key role in the founding of Harvard Law School.The book covers Lawrence's early life, his business ventures, his philanthropic work, and his political and social activism. It also explores his personal relationships and the challenges he faced, including the death of his wife and the financial difficulties he experienced during the Civil War.Throughout the book, Lawrence's own words are used to provide a deeper understanding of his thoughts and motivations. His diary entries and letters reveal his concerns about slavery, his commitment to education, and his efforts to improve the lives of those around him.Overall, The Life of Amos A. Lawrence is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of a remarkable American figure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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