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Makers of Philadelphia, an Historical Work Giving Sketches of the Most Eminent Citizens of Philadelphia From the Time of William Penn to the Present D
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ISBN13: 9781020792144
Publisher: Legare Street Pr
Published: Jul 18 2023
Pages: 314
Weight: 1.36
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
In this fascinating and informative book, Morris offers a series of sketches of the most influential and interesting figures in the history of Philadelphia, from William Penn to Benjamin Franklin to Robert Morris and beyond. Filled with rich storytelling and incisive analysis, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the City of Brotherly Love.
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