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Josiah White: Prince of Pioneers

Josiah White: Prince of Pioneers

Morton, Eleanor

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General World History

ISBN10: 1417993251
ISBN13: 9781417993253
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 4 2005
Pages: 300
Weight: 0.97
Height: 0.67 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Josiah White: Prince of Pioneers is a biography of Josiah White, a prominent figure in the early industrial development of the United States. The book is written by Eleanor Morton and provides a comprehensive account of White's life, from his early years as a farmer's son in New Jersey to his rise as a successful businessman and entrepreneur in Pennsylvania. White's contributions to the development of the coal and iron industries, as well as his role in the construction of the Lehigh Canal and the first successful steamboat, are explored in detail. The book also delves into White's personal life, including his marriage to his wife, Elizabeth, and his relationship with his business partner, Erskine Hazard. Overall, Josiah White: Prince of Pioneers offers a fascinating and informative look at the life and legacy of one of America's most influential pioneers.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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