Samuel Minot Jones The Story Of An Amherst Boy

""Samuel Minot Jones: The Story Of An Amherst Boy"" is a biographical book written by Charles S. Walker. The book narrates the life story of Samuel Minot Jones, who was born and raised in Amherst, Massachusetts, during the 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Jones's childhood, education, and career as a businessman and philanthropist. The book highlights Jones's early life, including his family background and upbringing in Amherst. It also explores his education and his time at Amherst College, where he developed a passion for business and entrepreneurship. The book delves into Jones's career, which began with his work as a clerk in a local store and eventually led to his success as a businessman in the paper industry. Throughout the book, Walker portrays Jones as a man of great integrity, intelligence, and compassion. The author highlights Jones's philanthropic work, including his generous donations to Amherst College, his support for local charities, and his efforts to improve the lives of the people in his community. Overall, ""Samuel Minot Jones: The Story Of An Amherst Boy"" is a compelling biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a successful businessman and philanthropist. The book is well-researched and engaging, making it an excellent choice for anyone interested in American history, entrepreneurship, or philanthropy.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.