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by Peter Darcuss Ridenour (Author)
The Autobiography of Peter D. Ridenour: With Genealogies of the Ridenour and Beatty Families is a book written by Peter Darcuss Ridenour and published in 1908. It is a first-person account of Ridenour's life, beginning with his birth in 1842 in Frederick County, Maryland, and continuing through his childhood, education, marriage, and career as a farmer and businessman in Ohio.The book also includes detailed genealogies of the Ridenour and Beatty families, tracing their roots back to Germany and Scotland, respectively. These genealogies cover several generations and provide a wealth of information on the family members' lives, occupations, and relationships.Throughout the book, Ridenour offers insights into the social and economic conditions of his time, including the Civil War, the growth of the railroad industry, and the impact of new technologies on farming and manufacturing. He also reflects on his own religious beliefs and the role of faith in his life.Overall, The Autobiography of Peter D. Ridenour is a valuable historical document that offers a unique perspective on life in rural Ohio in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It is also a rich source of information for anyone interested in tracing their own family 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.
