David Lubin

David Lubin: A Study in Practical Idealism is a biography of the American agricultural reformer and entrepreneur, David Lubin. Written by Olivia Rossetti Agresti and first published in 1922, the book chronicles Lubin's life and work, from his early years as a poor Jewish immigrant in New York City to his later career as an international advocate for agricultural cooperation and fair trade.The book begins with a brief overview of Lubin's childhood and early education, before moving on to his early career as a traveling salesman and his eventual success as a merchant in San Francisco. It then delves into Lubin's interest in agriculture and his efforts to promote cooperative farming practices and international trade agreements.Throughout the book, Agresti portrays Lubin as a visionary and a pragmatist, someone who was deeply committed to his ideals but also willing to work within existing political and economic structures to achieve his goals. She also highlights his many accomplishments, including the establishment of the International Institute of Agriculture in Rome and his role in the creation of the Universal Postal Union.Overall, David Lubin: A Study in Practical Idealism offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a man who played a significant role in shaping the agricultural and economic policies of his time. It is a well-researched and engaging biography that will be of interest to anyone interested in the history of agriculture, international trade, and social reform.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.