Publisher's Synopsis
""George Peabody, Esq.: With A Letter From The President"" is a biography written by Philip Whitwell Wilson about the life and accomplishments of George Peabody, a prominent American philanthropist and businessman of the 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Peabody's early life, his rise to success in the banking industry, and his philanthropic efforts, which included the establishment of the Peabody Education Fund and the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology at Harvard University. The author also includes a letter from the President of the United States at the time, which praises Peabody's contributions to society and highlights his impact on education and the arts. The book is a comprehensive and insightful look into the life of one of America's most influential philanthropists and serves as a testament to the power of giving back to one's community.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.
