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Memoir Of Daniel MacMillan

Memoir Of Daniel MacMillan

Thomas Hughes

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2007
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Memorias
ISBN:
9781432550233
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The Memoir of Daniel MacMillan is a biographical account of the life of Daniel MacMillan, a prominent publisher and philanthropist in 19th century England. Written by Thomas Hughes, the author of the famous novel ''Tom Brown’s School Days'', this book provides an intimate look into the personal and professional life of MacMillan, who was known for his contributions to the publishing industry and his involvement in various charitable causes.The book begins with a brief overview of MacMillan’s early life and education before delving into his career as a publisher. MacMillan founded the publishing house that bears his name, which became one of the most successful and influential publishing houses in the world. The book discusses MacMillan’s business practices and his relationships with authors such as Lewis Carroll, Alfred Tennyson, and John Ruskin.In addition to his work in publishing, MacMillan was also deeply committed to philanthropy. The book describes his involvement in various charitable organizations and his efforts to improve the lives of the less fortunate. MacMillan’s dedication to social justice and his belief in the power of education are highlighted throughout the book.Overall, the Memoir of Daniel MacMillan is a fascinating and insightful account of the life of one of England’s most influential publishers and philanthropists. Through Hughes’ vivid prose and meticulous research, readers are given a glimpse into the world of 19th century publishing and the life of a remarkable man who left a lasting impact on his community and the world at large.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.

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