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The Life Of George Augustus Gates

The Life Of George Augustus Gates

Gates, Isabeth Smith

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Historical Figures19th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1162744944
ISBN13: 9781162744940
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 94
Weight: 0.30
Height: 0.19 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Life of George Augustus Gates is a biography written by Isabeth Smith Gates that details the life of George Augustus Gates, a prominent figure in American history. The book covers Gates' life from his birth in 1837 to his death in 1920, tracing his journey from a young boy in rural New York to a successful businessman and influential member of society.Throughout the book, readers are introduced to Gates' family, including his parents and siblings, and learn about the challenges they faced living in a rapidly changing America. The book also delves into Gates' education, his early career as a teacher, and his eventual move into the world of business.As Gates' career progresses, readers are given an inside look at the various industries he worked in, including banking and railroads, and the impact he had on the growth and development of these industries. The book also explores Gates' involvement in politics, including his support for the Republican Party and his role as a delegate to the Republican National Convention.In addition to his business and political pursuits, The Life of George Augustus Gates also touches on Gates' personal life, including his marriage to his wife, Mary, and their children. The book paints a vivid picture of a man who was deeply committed to his family, his community, and his country.Overall, The Life of George Augustus Gates is a fascinating look at a man whose influence on American history cannot be overstated. Through Isabeth Smith Gates' meticulous research and engaging writing style, readers are given a detailed and intimate portrait of a true American icon.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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