The Autobiography of Henry Merrell: Industrial Missionary To the South

Athens, Georgia: The University of Georgia Press, 1991. [1991] Hardcover and dustjacket, 564 pages. FIRST EDITION, INSCRIBED AND SIGNED BY THE EDITOR. A long inscription signed by the editor (dated January 23, 2004) on first free endpaper. Deep purple binding, black lettering, several vintage illustrations. Condition: Hardcover has small bump to corner of top cover, several age/sun streaks on fore-edge, else overall Near Fine. Free of cracked or torn binding, stickers, bookplates, writing in text, and page tears. Dustjacket: Light shelf wear, creases at extremities, else overall Near Fine. Book kept in temperature-controlled bookcase, free of damp/humidity smells and the smell of a smoker. A nice first edition, inscribed and signed by the author. Book chronicles the life of a northern textile manufacturer (born in 1816) who traveled to Georgia to seek a profitable career. He first went to work at a mill in Roswell Georgia, then established his own business. He later established two Georgia mills in Clarke and Greene counties and received national recognition for the high quality of his textiles. Book also sheds light on the industrial history of 19th century America. Historical and educational. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We ship promptly. . Inscribed and Signed By Editor. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Near Fine.