Publisher's Synopsis
Walter Patton Murphy, 1873-1942: A Biography is a book written by Walter Dill Scott that chronicles the life of Walter Patton Murphy, a prominent American businessman and philanthropist of the early 20th century. The book provides a detailed account of Murphy's upbringing, education, and career, as well as his personal life and contributions to society.Born in 1873 in Iowa, Murphy went on to attend Harvard University and later became involved in the family business, Murphy Varnish Company. He eventually rose to become the president of the company and made significant contributions to the field of industrial chemistry.Murphy was also known for his philanthropic endeavors, particularly in the areas of education and healthcare. He donated generously to various universities and hospitals, and was a major benefactor of the University of Chicago, where he established the Walter P. Murphy Professorship in Materials Science and Engineering.The book delves into Murphy's personal life as well, including his marriage to Grace Hoadley Dodge, a prominent social reformer, and his involvement in various social and political causes of his time.Overall, Walter Patton Murphy, 1873-1942: A Biography provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of America's most influential businessmen and philanthropists.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.
