Things I Remember (1913) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164128519)

Things I Remember is a memoir written by Frederick Townsend Martin, first published in 1913. The book chronicles Martin's life growing up in New York City during the mid-19th century, his experiences as a young man during the Civil War, and his successful career as a businessman and philanthropist. Throughout the book, Martin reflects on his personal relationships, including his marriage to his wife, the birth of their children, and the loss of loved ones. He also shares his thoughts on politics, social issues, and the state of the world during his lifetime. The memoir provides a unique perspective on American history during the late 1800s and early 1900s, as Martin was involved in many significant events and movements of the time. He was a member of the Union Army during the Civil War, witnessed the rise of the Progressive Era, and was involved in the development of the New York City subway system. Overall, Things I Remember is a fascinating glimpse into the life of a successful businessman and philanthropist during a pivotal period in American history.With Eight Illustrations.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: Frederick Townsend Martin
ISBN-10: 1164128515
ISBN-13: 9781164128519
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 314
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.93lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.66d