Historical Sketches of Some Members of the Lawrence Family: With an Appendix is a book written by Robert Means Lawrence in 1888. The book provides a detailed account of the Lawrence family, including their background and history. The author has included an appendix that contains additional information about the family.The Lawrence family was a prominent family in the United States, and the book focuses on some of its most notable members. The author has provided historical sketches of these individuals, detailing their personal and professional lives. Some of the individuals covered in the book include Amos Lawrence, Abbott Lawrence, and William Lawrence.Amos Lawrence was a successful businessman and philanthropist who played a significant role in the development of the textile industry in the United States. Abbott Lawrence was a politician and diplomat who served as the United States Minister to Great Britain. William Lawrence was a bishop in the Episcopal Church and played an important role in the church's growth and development in the United States.The book provides a fascinating insight into the lives of these individuals and their contributions to American society. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Lawrence family and their impact on the United States.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.