Jacob Henry Schiff

""Jacob Henry Schiff: A Biographical Sketch"" is a book written by Cyrus Adler that provides a comprehensive account of the life and career of Jacob Henry Schiff, a prominent American banker and philanthropist. The book covers Schiff's early life in Germany, his immigration to the United States, and his rise to success in the banking industry. It also delves into Schiff's philanthropic endeavors, including his support of Jewish causes and his efforts to promote education and the arts. The book is based on extensive research and includes a wealth of historical details and anecdotes. Overall, ""Jacob Henry Schiff: A Biographical Sketch"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of America's most influential financiers and humanitarians.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.