Publisher's Synopsis
Rebecca Gratz: A Study In Charm is a biography of Rebecca Gratz, a prominent Jewish-American philanthropist and social activist in the 19th century. Written by Rollin G. Osterwies, the book explores Gratz's life and legacy, from her upbringing in a prominent Philadelphia family to her involvement in charitable organizations and her role in founding the first Jewish Sunday school in America. The book also delves into Gratz's relationships with other notable figures of the time, including Edgar Allan Poe and Washington Irving. Through Osterwies's meticulous research and engaging storytelling, readers gain insight into the life of a fascinating and influential woman who helped shape American history.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.