George Peabody: An Address By William Dismore Chapple

By William Dismore Chapple

Book Overview

""George Peabody: An Address"" is a book written by William Dismore Chapple that provides an insightful look into the life of George Peabody, a prominent American businessman and philanthropist of the 19th century. The book is essentially a speech that Chapple delivered on the occasion of the unveiling of a statue of Peabody in London in 1869. Chapple's address covers various aspects of Peabody's life, including his early years, his rise to success in the banking industry, and his philanthropic endeavors. The author also delves into Peabody's personal qualities, such as his integrity, generosity, and commitment to social causes. Throughout the book, Chapple emphasizes the impact that Peabody had on both sides of the Atlantic. He highlights Peabody's role in promoting education, providing housing for the poor, and supporting the arts in both the United States and England. Overall, ""George Peabody: An Address"" is a concise yet informative tribute to a remarkable figure in American and British history. It provides readers with a glimpse into the life and legacy of a man who made a significant impact on the world through his business acumen and 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432573659
• ISBN13: 9781432573652
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"