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Book cover of Chapters of Erie, and other essays

Chapters of Erie, and other essays

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1886440 pagesFranklin Classics

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This collection of essays by Charles Francis Adams Jr. and Henry Adams explores the financial and political world of 19th-century America. The book focuses on the controversies surrounding the Erie Railroad, examining the struggles for corporate control and the impact on finance and taxation. It provides a historical look at the economic power dynamics of the time.

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Charles Francis Adams Jr. was a historian who brought us the Familiar letters of John Adams and his wife Abigail Adams, during the revolution. This essential collection offers readers a direct look into the personal correspondence of two key figures of the American Revolution. It's a foundational text for understanding the era.

Henry Adams is the editor behind The Britannica Library of Great American Writing - Volume II. He's a keen observer of American literature.

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Book cover of Chapters of Erie, and Other Essays
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