9781333445034 - In Memory of Alfred Smith Barnes: Born, January 28th, 1817, Died, February 17th 1888 (Classic Reprint) de Barnes, Hillman B. (3 resultados)

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

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

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book details the life of Alfred Smith Barnes, a respected 19th-century businessman and philanthropist, with insights into his faith, dedication, and determination. Born into poverty, Barnes's self-reliance and commitment to hard work led him to establish a successful publishing house in New York City. The author highlights Barnes's significant contributions to education, religion, and social welfare, including his generous support of Cornell University and his founding of the Faith Home for Incurables. The book explores Barnes's personal life, revealing his deep faith and his close relationship with his wife, who was a constant source of support throughout his life. It sheds light on the social and economic landscape of 19th-century America, offering a glimpse into the values, challenges, and opportunities of that era. 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.