Publisher's Synopsis
""Samuel Ripley of Waltham"" is a biographical work written by James Bradley Thayer and published in 1897. The book tells the life story of Samuel Ripley, a prominent figure in the town of Waltham, Massachusetts during the 19th century. Ripley was a successful businessman, a respected community leader, and a devoted family man. The book covers his early years, his career in the woolen manufacturing industry, his involvement in local government and civic affairs, and his personal relationships with his family and friends. Thayer's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a detailed and intimate portrait of Ripley's life and times. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Waltham, the woolen industry, or the social and economic conditions of the 19th century in America.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.
