George Peabody, Esq. With A Letter From The President

""George Peabody, Esq.: With A Letter From The President"" is a book written by Philip Whitwell Wilson that provides a detailed account of the life and accomplishments of George Peabody, a prominent American businessman and philanthropist. The book includes a letter from the President of the United States, which highlights Peabody's contributions to society, particularly in the field of education. The book covers Peabody's early life, his rise to success in the banking industry, and his philanthropic efforts, which include the establishment of the Peabody Education Fund. Through his generosity, Peabody helped to provide education opportunities for thousands of children in the Southern United States. The book also explores Peabody's personal life, including his relationships with family and friends. Overall, ""George Peabody, Esq.: With A Letter From The President"" is an insightful and informative read that sheds light on the life of one of America's most influential philanthropists.The Life Story Of A Great Philanthropist.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.