A Memorial Of The Life And Character Of John W. Francis, Jr. (1855)

""A Memorial of the Life and Character of John W. Francis, Jr."" is a book written by Henry Theodore Tuckerman and published in 1855. The book is a tribute to the life and achievements of John W. Francis Jr., who was a prominent physician and philanthropist in New York City during the mid-19th century. The book provides a comprehensive biography of Francis, detailing his early life, education, and career as a physician. It also explores his philanthropic work, including his involvement in the founding of the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary and his efforts to improve the conditions of the poor in the city. Tuckerman's writing is eloquent and heartfelt, offering a poignant tribute to a man who made a significant impact on the city of New York and its people. Overall, ""A Memorial of the Life and Character of John W. Francis, Jr."" is a fascinating historical document that provides insight into the life and times of a remarkable individual.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may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.