Letters from a Self-Made Merchant to His Son

First published in 1901 Letters from a Self-Made Merchant to his Son is the acclaimed and popular work by American journalist and author George Horace Lorimer. Most famous for his years as editor of The Saturday Evening Post and his discovery of such important authors as Jack London Lorimers book published at the beginning of his tenure as editor is often cited as one of the best works of early 20th century American literature. Letters from a Self-Made Merchant to his Son is a collection of timeless advice from John Graham a rich and prosperous pork-packer in Chicago to his son Pierrepont affectionately referred to as Piggy. Appreciated for its brilliant and subtle prose Lorimers work is full of interesting and wise advice for success in both business and life in general. Intelligent and no-nonsense Graham imparts his hard-won insight to his son with gems such as Putting off an easy thing makes it hard and putting off a hard one makes it impossible. Well-written thoughtful and clever Letters from a Self-Made Merchant to his Son is a novel which endures for its invaluable advice for a successful and fulfilling life. This edition is printed on premium acid-free paper.