Henry Baldwin Hyde: A Biographical Sketch is a book published in 1902 by the Equitable Life Assurance Society of the United States. The book is a detailed account of the life of Henry Baldwin Hyde, the founder of the Equitable Life Assurance Society. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Hyde's life, from his early years growing up in Catskill, New York, to his rise to prominence as a successful businessman and philanthropist.The book covers Hyde's early career in the insurance industry, including his time working for the Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York. It also delves into his decision to start his own company, the Equitable Life Assurance Society, and the challenges he faced in building the company into a successful enterprise.In addition to his business accomplishments, the book also highlights Hyde's philanthropic endeavors. It details his donations to various charitable organizations, including the YMCA and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and his efforts to improve the lives of those less fortunate.Overall, Henry Baldwin Hyde: A Biographical Sketch provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of America's most successful and influential businessmen. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the insurance industry or the lives of prominent American entrepreneurs.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.