Theodore F. Thieme: A Man and His Times - Paperback

by Ross F. Lockridge (Author)

The book ""Theodore F. Thieme: A Man and His Times"" is a biography written by Ross F. Lockridge. It tells the story of Theodore F. Thieme, a prominent businessman and philanthropist who lived in Fort Wayne, Indiana during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book explores Thieme's life, from his childhood and education to his successful career as a businessman in the lumber and banking industries. It also delves into Thieme's personal life, including his marriage to his wife, Bertha, and his involvement in the community through various charitable organizations.Throughout the book, Lockridge provides a detailed look at the historical context of Thieme's life, including the economic and social changes that occurred during his time. He also examines the impact that Thieme had on the city of Fort Wayne, particularly through his philanthropic work and support of local institutions such as the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo.Overall, ""Theodore F. Thieme: A Man and His Times"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life of a notable figure in Indiana history.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.