Henry Austin Whitney: A Memoir (1891)

By Joseph Cutler Whitney

Book Overview

Henry Austin Whitney: A Memoir is a biographical work written by Joseph Cutler Whitney in 1891. The book chronicles the life of Henry Austin Whitney, a prominent businessman and philanthropist in 19th century America. Whitney was born in Conway, Massachusetts in 1826 and went on to become a successful merchant, banker, and real estate investor in Boston. He was also a devoted philanthropist, donating generously to a variety of causes including education, the arts, and social welfare. The memoir provides a detailed account of Whitney's personal and professional life, including his early years in Massachusetts, his career in Boston, and his philanthropic endeavors. The book also explores Whitney's family life, including his marriage to his wife Adeline and their children. Throughout the book, Whitney is portrayed as a man of great integrity, intelligence, and compassion. The author praises Whitney's business acumen, noting his success in various industries and his commitment to ethical business practices. The book also highlights Whitney's philanthropic work, which included donations to Harvard University, the Boston Public Library, and various hospitals and charities. Overall, Henry Austin Whitney: A Memoir provides a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of America's most successful and generous businessmen. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American business and philanthropy in the 19th century.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: 1166552314
• ISBN13: 9781166552312
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"