Letters from a Self-Made Merchant to His Son / Being the Letters written by John Graham, Head of the House of Graham & Company, Pork-Packers in Chicago, familiarly known on 'Change as "Old Gorgon Graham," to his Son, Pierrepont, facetiously known to his intimates as "Piggy."

Name: Letters from a Self-Made Merchant to His Son / Being the Letters written by John Graham, Head of the House of Graham & Company, Pork-Packers in Chicago, familiarly known on 'Change as "Old Gorgon Graham," to his Son, Pierrepont, facetiously known to his intimates as "Piggy."
Author: George Horace Lorimer

By George Horace Lorimer

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A series of frank, often humorous letters from an experienced meat-packing merchant to his son offers practical counsel on business practices, money management, personal conduct, and social manners. Through anecdotes about hires, sales trips, promotions, and encounters in various cities, the father models hard-headed pragmatism tempered by paternal concern, urging industry, thrift, and common sense. Episodes alternate pointed advice with comic sketches of colleagues and customers and follow the son’s progress from student to traveling representative while reflecting on ambition, reputation, and the everyday habits that shape success.

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George Horace Lorimer

George Horace Lorimer was an American author and editor, best known for his insightful and humorous correspondence in "Letters from a Self-Made Merchant to His Son." This work, presented as letters from the fictional John Graham, offers a unique perspective on business, family, and the American entrepreneurial spirit in the early 20th century. Lorimer's writing often reflects themes of self-improvement and the challenges of modern life, making his works both entertaining and thought-provoking. In addition to his notable letters, he also penned "The False Gods," showcasing his versatility as a writer. His contributions continue to resonate with readers interested in the intersection of personal and professional growth.