Publisher's Synopsis
The Biographical History of Massachusetts Volume 2, published in 1911, is a comprehensive collection of biographies and autobiographies of some of the most prominent men in the state of Massachusetts. The book is written by Samuel Atkins Eliot and is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of the state and its influential leaders. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a particular individual or group of individuals. The first section covers the biographies of the governors of Massachusetts, including John Winthrop, William Bradford, and John Hancock. The second section features the biographies of other important political figures, such as Samuel Adams, Paul Revere, and John Quincy Adams. The third section of the book includes the biographies of leading businessmen and entrepreneurs in the state, such as Francis Cabot Lowell, Amos Lawrence, and Thomas H. Perkins. The fourth section focuses on the biographies of prominent educators and scholars, including Horace Mann, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. The final section of the book is dedicated to the autobiographies of some of the leading men in the state, including Charles Sumner, Edward Everett, and George Bancroft. These autobiographies offer a unique insight into the lives and experiences of these influential figures, and provide readers with a deeper understanding of the history of Massachusetts. Overall, the Biographical History of Massachusetts Volume 2 is a fascinating and informative read, offering a comprehensive look at the lives and accomplishments of some of the most important individuals in the history of the state. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Massachusetts, or in the lives of its influential leaders.With Opening Chapters On Massachusetts Ideals.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.
