""Samuel Ripley of Waltham"" is a biographical work by James Bradley Thayer, published in 1897. The book tells the story of Samuel Ripley, a prominent figure in the town of Waltham, Massachusetts during the 18th and 19th centuries. Ripley was a successful merchant, a respected member of the community, and a devoted family man. Thayer's book provides a detailed account of Ripley's life, including his childhood, education, business ventures, and personal...