Publisher's Synopsis
""Some Merchants and Sea Captains of Old Boston"" is a book published in 1918 by the State Street Trust Company. It is a collection of sketches of notable men and mercantile houses that were prominent in the commerce and trade of Boston during the 18th and 19th centuries. The book provides a glimpse into the lives and accomplishments of these influential figures, including their business ventures, personal relationships, and contributions to the development of the city. The sketches are written in a straightforward and informative style, and are accompanied by illustrations and photographs that help to bring the stories to life. Overall, ""Some Merchants and Sea Captains of Old Boston"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Boston and the people who helped to shape it.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.