The Early Life Of F. M. Drexel 1792-1837: The Peregrinations Of A Philadelphia Painter-Banker

by Boies Penrose

Book Overview

The Early Life of F. M. Drexel 1792-1837: The Peregrinations of a Philadelphia Painter-Banker is a biographical book written by Penrose Boies. The book tells the story of Francis Martin Drexel, a prominent Philadelphia banker and philanthropist who lived in the 19th century. The book focuses on Drexel's early life, from his birth in 1792 to his death in 1837. Drexel was born into a family of painters and artists, but he chose to pursue a career in banking. The book describes Drexel's journey from his early days as a clerk in a bank to his rise as one of the most successful bankers in Philadelphia. The book also explores Drexel's personal life, including his marriage to Catherine Hookey and his relationships with his children. The book is well-researched and provides a detailed account of Drexel's life, including his travels and business dealings. Overall, The Early Life of F. M. Drexel 1792-1837: The Peregrinations of a Philadelphia Painter-Banker is a fascinating look at the life of one of Philadelphia's most influential citizens.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 143046349X
• ISBN13: 9781430463498
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"