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Samuel W. Pennypacker: An Address Delivered Before the Philobiblon Club, October 26, 1916 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover
Synopsis
An authoritative portrait of a reform-minded Pennsylvania governor and a lifelong book collector.
This address distills the character, public service, and wide-ranging interests of Samuel W. Pennypacker, drawn from a keynote talk given in 1916. It weaves biography, governance, and a rich passion for books into a narrative that feels both intimate and scholarly.
The speaker traces Pennypacker’s ancestry, early life, and the shaping ideals that guided his leadership. It highlights his independent stance on law and order, his role in forming a trusted state police force, and his devotion to preserving history through a remarkable collection of manuscripts and rare prints. Throughout, the emphasis is on character, public duty, and the love of learning.- Explore how Pennypacker balanced authority with fairness in labor disputes.
- See how a governor built an enduring, independent police force to protect people and property.
- Learn about his broad collecting habits, from Frankliniana to autograph letters and early American prints.
- Discover how historical memory and personal values shaped public life in Pennsylvania.
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