Memorial of John F. Slater, of Norwich, Connecticut, 1815-1884 (1885) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161918663)

The book ""Memorial of John F. Slater, of Norwich, Connecticut, 1815-1884"" is a biographical tribute to the life and achievements of John F. Slater. Written by S. H. Howe and published in 1885, the book covers Slater's life from his birth in Connecticut in 1815 to his death in 1884. Slater was a prominent businessman and philanthropist who made significant contributions to education and social reform in the United States. He was particularly passionate about improving the education and opportunities available to African Americans, and his work in this area is a major focus of the book.The book includes a detailed account of Slater's life and career, including his early years in Connecticut, his move to New York City, and his involvement in various business ventures. It also covers his philanthropic work, including his establishment of the Slater Fund for the Education of Freedmen, which provided financial support for schools and colleges that served African American students.In addition to the biographical content, the book also includes a number of tributes and eulogies written by friends, colleagues, and admirers of Slater. These provide further insight into his character and the impact he had on those around him.Overall, ""Memorial of John F. Slater, of Norwich, Connecticut, 1815-1884"" is a valuable historical document that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a remarkable individual who made a significant contribution to American society.This scarce antiquarian book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.

Author: S. H. Howe
ISBN-10: 1161918663
ISBN-13: 9781161918663
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 36
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d