Autobiographical Sketches and Personal Recollections by George T. Angell is a book that was first published in 1892. It is a memoir written by George Thorndike Angell, an American lawyer, philanthropist, and animal rights advocate. The book is divided into two parts. The first part, Autobiographical Sketches, is a collection of personal anecdotes from Angell's life. It covers his childhood, education, and early career as a lawyer. Angell also shares his experiences with various social and political movements of his time, including the abolitionist movement and the temperance movement. The second part, Personal Recollections, is a series of essays in which Angell reflects on his life's work as an animal rights activist. He discusses his involvement in the founding of the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and his efforts to promote animal welfare legislation. Angell also shares stories of his interactions with various animals, including his beloved dog, ""Fido."" Throughout the book, Angell's writing is characterized by his passion for social justice and his deep love for animals. His memoir provides a unique perspective on the social and political issues of his time, as well as insights into the early days of the animal rights movement. Autobiographical Sketches and Personal Recollections is a fascinating read for anyone interested in American history, social justice, or animal welfare.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.