ISBN: 9780243136438 - eleventh annual report of the peabody historical society, 1906-1907 (classic reprint) (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book provides an illuminating historical perspective on the founding and evolution of the Peabody Historical Society and the local High School in the Massachusetts town of Peabody. The narrative is woven around the life of George Peabody, a prominent American philanthropist, who had close ties to the town. The book explores the social and economic climate of Peabody in the mid-19th century, highlighting the town's transition from an agricultural community to a thriving industrial center. Through archival research and meticulous documentation, the author sheds light on the remarkable contributions made by George Peabody to the establishment of educational and cultural institutions in his hometown. The book also examines the impact of these institutions on the town's identity and its residents' lives. This historical account serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in local history, the legacy of George Peabody, and the development of American education and philanthropy in the 19th century. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…