Chapters of Erie and Other Essays is a collection of essays written by Charles Francis Adams Jr. and published in 1871. The book primarily focuses on the Erie Railroad scandal of the 1860s, which involved fraudulent stock manipulation and corrupt business practices. Adams Jr. was a prominent lawyer and businessman at the time, and his essays provide a detailed account of the scandal and its aftermath, as well as his own personal experiences and observations. In addition to the Erie Railroad scandal, the book also includes essays on various other topics, such as the Civil War, American politics, and the role of business in society. Overall, Chapters of Erie and Other Essays is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a pivotal moment in American business and political history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may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.