John Merrick: A Biographical Sketch (1920)

John Merrick: A Biographical Sketch is a book written by Robert McCants Andrews in 1920. The book is a detailed account of the life of John Merrick, an African-American entrepreneur who lived during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Merrick was born into slavery in North Carolina in 1859 and was eventually freed after the Civil War. Despite facing numerous challenges and discrimination, Merrick went on to become a successful businessman, founding the North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance Company, which became one of the largest African-American-owned businesses in the United States. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Merrick's life, including his childhood, his struggles as a young man, and his rise to success as a businessman. It also explores the social and economic conditions of the time, including the challenges faced by African-Americans in the post-Civil War era. The author draws on a range of sources, including interviews with Merrick's family members and business associates, as well as historical documents and newspaper articles. Overall, John Merrick: A Biographical Sketch is a fascinating and inspiring account of one man's journey from slavery to success. It offers valuable insights into the history of African-American entrepreneurship and the challenges faced by individuals striving to succeed in the face of discrimination and adversity.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.