Amos Adams Lawrence was one of the most prominent businessmen and philanthropists of 19th-century America, and this book provides a comprehensive account of his life and work. Written by his grandson, William Lawrence, the book draws on Lawrence's personal diaries and correspondence to offer a vivid portrait of a man who played a key role in shaping American industry and society. For readers interested in the history of American business, philanthropy, and social reform, this book is an invaluable resource. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.