Life And Times Of Alvah Crocker

By William Bond Wheelwright

Book Overview

The Life and Times of Alvah Crocker is a biographical book written by William Bond Wheelwright. It tells the story of Alvah Crocker, a prominent businessman and politician in the United States during the 19th century. Crocker was born in 1801 in Leominster, Massachusetts and went on to become a successful entrepreneur, investing in railroads and manufacturing. He was also involved in politics, serving as a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives and later as a member of the US House of Representatives. The book details Crocker's life and accomplishments, including his role in the development of the railroad system in the United States, his contributions to the growth of the manufacturing industry, and his involvement in politics. It also explores his personal life, including his marriage and family, and his philanthropic efforts, such as his support of education and the arts. The Life and Times of Alvah Crocker provides a fascinating look into the life of a man who played a significant role in shaping the United States during a time of great change and innovation. It is a well-researched and engaging biography that offers insight into the history of American business, politics, and 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: 1432593889
• ISBN13: 9781432593889
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"