The Life And Times Of Stephen Girard V1: Mariner And Merchant

By John Bach McMaster

Book Overview

The Life And Times Of Stephen Girard V1: Mariner And Merchant is a detailed biographical account of the life of Stephen Girard, written by John Bach McMaster. Girard was a prominent American businessman and philanthropist who lived in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book focuses on his early life as a mariner, his rise to success as a merchant, and his many contributions to the development of the United States. The author provides a comprehensive overview of Girard's personal and professional life, including his experiences in the French and American revolutions, his involvement in the shipping and banking industries, and his philanthropic endeavors. McMaster's writing is engaging and informative, providing readers with a rich understanding of Girard's life and times. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in American history, business, or philanthropy.In Two Volumes.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: 1428637532
• ISBN13: 9781428637535
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 492 Pages
• Weight: 1.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"