The Autobiography of James Jenkins: Written for His Grandchildren is a book published in 1889. It is a memoir written by James Jenkins, who was born in 1805 and lived through the 19th century. The book is written in the first person and details Jenkins' life experiences, from his childhood in rural America to his adulthood as a farmer and businessman.Jenkins writes about his family, including his parents and siblings, as well as his own marriage and...