Famous Givers and Their Gifts

Résumé du livre

Published in 1896, this work provides details on people who built up fortunes and how they used those fortunes for the benefit of mankind. Bolton writes about some people who have given invaluable gifts to society, both in this country and abroad. He speaks of Stephen Girard and his college for orphans, James Lick and his telescope, Thomas Guy and his hospital, and many more.