Ralph Haskins was one of the most successful and respected businessmen of the early 19th century, a man who rose from humble beginnings to become one of America's leading industrialists. This memoir, written by his son, offers a fascinating portrait of the man and his times, as well as valuable insights into the nature of success and the American Dream.

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