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Henry Edwards Huntington: The Founder And The Library

Henry Edwards Huntington: The Founder And The Library

Schad, Robert O.

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Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesRegional: West

ISBN10: 1163155551
ISBN13: 9781163155554
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.17
Height: 0.10 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Henry Edwards Huntington: The Founder and The Library is a comprehensive biography of the American businessman and philanthropist Henry Edwards Huntington, written by Robert O. Schad. The book chronicles the life and achievements of Huntington, who was born in 1850 and rose to become one of the most successful entrepreneurs of his time. Huntington made his fortune in the railroad industry, and later diversified into real estate and other ventures. However, he is perhaps best known for his extensive collection of rare books and manuscripts, which he began acquiring in the early 20th century. Huntington's passion for books led him to establish the Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens in San Marino, California, which is now one of the world's premier research institutions.The book delves into Huntington's personal life, including his marriage to Arabella Duval Yarrington and his relationships with his children. It also explores his philanthropic endeavors, including his support for medical research and education. Schad draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Huntington's personal papers and correspondence, to provide a detailed and engaging portrait of this fascinating figure. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American business, philanthropy, and culture.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.

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