Isbn: 9781331642213 - the Life of George Peabody: Containing a Record of Those Princely Acts of Benevolence Which Entitle Him to the Esteem and Gratitude of All Friends of ... Birth, and in England, the Place of His Dea (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book brings to life the remarkable philanthropist George Peabody through firsthand accounts and the author's engaging narrative. Peabody, a self-made man, rose from humble beginnings to become a nancing giant in London. Yet, his life was marked not by wealth, but by his unparalleled generosity and ingenious philanthropic vision. The author traces Peabody's journey, from his early years in New England to his transformative role in nance and his later years as a global benefactor. Through Peabody's extraordinary life, this book highlights the power of one person to make a lasting impact on the world, and explores the historical and social context that shaped both Peabody's remarkable trajectory and his enduring legacy of giving. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…