Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of a Useful Life: Edwin J. Gerry, 1820-1885, A Memoir (1887) is a biographical work written by S. Fannie Gerry Wilder. The book tells the life story of Edwin J. Gerry, a prominent businessman and philanthropist who lived in the 19th century. The memoir covers Gerry's early life, his career in business, and his many charitable endeavors. Through personal anecdotes and historical details, Wilder paints a vivid picture of Gerry's life and legacy. The book provides insight into the social and economic climate of the time, as well as the values and beliefs that motivated Gerry's actions. Overall, The Story of a Useful Life is a fascinating look at the life of a remarkable individual and the impact he had on his community.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.