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"Notes of a Trip Round the World" is a travelogue written by Andrew Carnegie, a Scottish-American industrialist, philanthropist, and author. The book chronicles Carnegie's journey around the world in 1878, during which he visited several countries, including Japan, China, India, Egypt, and Europe. In the book, Carnegie provides detailed descriptions of the people, landscapes, and cultures he encountered during his travels. He also shares his observations on various topics, such as politics, economics, and religion. The book offers a unique perspective on the world during the late 19th century and provides insight into the mind of one of America's most prominent figures. Overall, "Notes of a Trip Round the World" is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in history, travel, or the life of Andrew Carnegie.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.
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Andrew Carnegie was a Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist, renowned for leading the expansion of the American steel industry in the late 19th century. Born on November 25, 1835, in Dunfermline, Scotland, he immigrated to the United States with his family at a young age. Carnegie worked his way up from humble beginnings, starting in a cotton factory before investing in railroads and eventually establishing his steel company. His innovations and leadership in the steel industry made him one of the wealthiest individuals in American history. Carnegie believed in the responsibility of the wealthy to use their resources for the betterment of society, and he became a prominent philanthropist, funding numerous educational, cultural, and public institutions, including Carnegie Mellon University. He was also deeply involved in the development of libraries and charitable foundations. Carnegie passed away on August 11, 1919, in Lenox, Massachusetts, at the age of 83. He was the son of William Carnegie and Margaret Morrison Carnegie, and had a sibling, Thomas M. Carnegie. His daughter, Margaret Carnegie Miller, survived him.
