Nathaniel Goddard

Nathaniel Goddard: A Boston Merchant, 1767-1853 is a biographical work written by Henry Goddard Pickering and published in 1906. The book tells the story of Nathaniel Goddard, a successful merchant from Boston who lived during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Through extensive research and personal accounts, Pickering paints a vivid portrait of Goddard’s life, from his early days as a young apprentice to his rise as a prominent businessman and leader in the Boston community. The book explores Goddard’s involvement in the shipping trade, his family life, and his contributions to the development of Boston as a major economic center. Additionally, the book provides a glimpse into the social and political climate of the time, including the impact of the American Revolution and the War of 1812 on Goddard’s business and personal life. Overall, Nathaniel Goddard: A Boston Merchant, 1767-1853 is a fascinating historical account of a remarkable man and his contributions to the growth of Boston and the United States.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.