Nathaniel Goddard: A Boston Merchant, 1767-1853 is a historical biography written by Henry Goddard Pickering in 1906. The book details the life of Nathaniel Goddard, a prominent merchant in Boston during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The biography begins with Goddard's birth in 1767 and follows his life through his education, early career, and eventual success as a merchant. The book provides a detailed account of Goddard's business ventures, including his involvement in the China trade and his partnership with the prominent Boston merchant, Thomas H. Perkins. In addition to his business pursuits, the biography also explores Goddard's personal life, including his marriage to Elizabeth Bowdoin and his involvement in various social and political circles in Boston. The book also provides insight into the social and economic climate of Boston during the time period, including the impact of the American Revolution and the growth of the city's merchant class.Overall, Nathaniel Goddard: A Boston Merchant, 1767-1853 offers a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of Boston's most successful merchants during a pivotal time in American history.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.