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Helen Clay Frick: Bittersweet Heiress
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In 1919, At The Age Of Thirtyone, Helen Clay Frick Inherited $38 Million, Becoming The Richest Single Woman In America. These Riches, However, Came At A Price. Helen'S Tumultuous Early Life Was Shaped By Her Father'S Infamy As A Union Strikebreaker And The Ensuing Attempt On His Life, Her Mother'S Debilitating Depression, And The Death Of Her Older Sister And Newborn Brother About A Year Apart. Despite These Events, Helen Built A Luminous Legacy Through Her Lifelong Commitment To Social Welfare, The Environment, And A Supreme Devotion To The Visual Arts.Helen'S Philanthropy Touched The Lives Of Thousands. Her Contributions Included A Vacation Home For Young Female Textile Workers, Two Wildlife Preserves, One A Public Wilderness Park, A Victorianera House Museum, A Precivil War Historic Mennonite Village, A University Fine Arts Department, Two Art History Libraries, And The Purchase Of Many Significant Works Of Art For Her Private Collection, The Frick Collection In New York, The University Of Pittsburgh Teaching Collection, And The Frick Art Museum.Through Extensive Period Research And Singular Access To Frick Family Archives And Helen Clay Frick'S Personal Writings, Martha Frick Symington Sanger Fashions A Multifaceted Portrait Of A Complex, Often Misunderstood, Yet Indomitable Humanitarian, Philanthropist, And Cultural Force In Twentiethcentury America.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Helen Clay Frick: Bittersweet Heiress'? A: The book explores the life of Helen Clay Frick, her inheritance of $38 million, and her contributions to social welfare, the environment, and the arts.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Helen Clay Frick: Bittersweet Heiress'? A: The author is Martha Frick Symington Sanger, who provides insight into Helen Clay Frick's life through extensive research.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Helen Clay Frick: Bittersweet Heiress'? A: The book was published on December 10, 2007.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Helen Clay Frick: Bittersweet Heiress'? A: The book contains 392 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Helen Clay Frick: Bittersweet Heiress' have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What categories does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under 'Women', focusing on the life and achievements of Helen Clay Frick.
- Q: Is 'Helen Clay Frick: Bittersweet Heiress' suitable for academic use? A: Yes, the book includes extensive research and references, making it suitable for academic study of philanthropy and cultural history.
- Q: Can I find illustrations or photographs in 'Helen Clay Frick: Bittersweet Heiress'? A: While the book primarily focuses on text, it may include illustrations relevant to Helen Clay Frick's life and contributions.
- Q: What themes are discussed in the book? A: The book discusses themes of philanthropy, social justice, and the impact of wealth on personal and social responsibility.
- Q: Is 'Helen Clay Frick: Bittersweet Heiress' a biography or a historical analysis? A: The book is a biography that also includes historical analysis of the time period and Helen Clay Frick's influence on society.