Recollections, 1828-1911 (1911)

Recollections, 1828-1911 is a memoir written by Edwin Atkins Merritt in 1911. The book recounts the author's life from his birth in 1828 to the time of writing, covering a period of over 80 years. Merritt was a prominent businessman and politician in New York State, and his recollections provide a unique insight into the economic and political developments of the time.The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of Merritt's life. He begins by describing his childhood and family life, before moving on to his early career as a merchant and his involvement in local politics. Merritt also discusses his experiences during the Civil War, including his service as a captain in the Union Army.Later chapters focus on Merritt's business ventures, which included the construction of railroads and the development of the Niagara Falls power plant. He also discusses his political career, which saw him serve as a member of the New York State Assembly and the State Senate.Throughout the book, Merritt provides his personal reflections on the events and people he encountered during his life. He offers insights into the challenges and opportunities of the time, as well as his own successes and failures. Recollections, 1828-1911 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of New York State and the United States during the 19th and early 20th centuries.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.