Publisher's Synopsis
William Ross of Cowcaddens: A Memoir is a biographical work written by John Murdoch Ebenezer Ross in 1905. The book tells the story of William Ross, a prominent businessman and philanthropist in Glasgow, Scotland during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The memoir provides a detailed account of Ross's life, from his humble beginnings as the son of a shoemaker to his rise to success as a successful merchant and manufacturer. The book also explores Ross's philanthropic efforts, including his support of education, healthcare, and social welfare initiatives in Glasgow. Through personal anecdotes, letters, and other primary sources, Ross paints a vivid picture of his subject's life and legacy, offering readers a fascinating glimpse into the world of Victorian-era Scotland.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.
