Lives Of American Merchants

Lives of American Merchants: Eminent for Integrity, Enterprise and Public Spirit is a book written by John Frost and published in 1844. The book is a collection of biographies of prominent American merchants who were known for their honesty, hard work, and dedication to their communities. The biographies cover a range of time periods, from the early colonial era to the mid-19th century, and include figures such as John Jacob Astor, Stephen Girard, and Cornelius Vanderbilt. The book provides insight into the lives of these successful businessmen, their business practices, and their contributions to the development of American commerce. The author also emphasizes the importance of integrity and public spirit in the world of business. Overall, Lives of American Merchants is a valuable historical resource for those interested in the history of American commerce and the lives of successful businessmen.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.