John Hopkins Morison: A Memoir

By George Shattuck Morison

Book Overview

John Hopkins Morison: A Memoir is a biographical work written by George Shattuck Morison, which chronicles the life and achievements of his father, John Hopkins Morison. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of John Hopkins Morison's life, such as his childhood, education, career, and personal relationships.The author provides a detailed account of John Hopkins Morison's upbringing, including his early years in Boston and his education at Harvard University. He also delves into his father's professional life, which included stints as a lawyer, businessman, and philanthropist. Throughout the book, George Shattuck Morison highlights his father's many accomplishments, including his contributions to the development of the Boston Public Library and his work as a trustee of Harvard University.In addition to chronicling John Hopkins Morison's professional life, the book also offers insight into his personal relationships. The author describes his father's marriage to his mother, as well as his close friendships with other prominent figures of the time, such as Henry James and Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.Overall, John Hopkins Morison: A Memoir is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers readers a glimpse into the life of one of Boston's most influential citizens. Through his vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, George Shattuck Morison paints a vivid portrait of his father, showcasing his many achievements and contributions to society.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: 1432672827
• ISBN13: 9781432672829
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"