Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley door pickup 10am - 7pm 3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611

  • Open Daily: 10am - 10pm
    Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm

    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm
3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611
William S. White And His Times, 1800-1873: An Autobiography (1891)

William S. White And His Times, 1800-1873: An Autobiography (1891)

White, William Spottswood
White, Henry Martyn

Paperback

Biographies GeneralLiterary FiguresFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1166990354
ISBN13: 9781166990350
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 290
Weight: 0.86
Height: 0.61 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
William S. White And His Times, 1800-1873: An Autobiography is a book written by William Spottswood White, which was first published in 1891. The book is an autobiographical account of the author's life and times, covering the period from 1800 to 1873. William S. White was a prominent figure in American politics and journalism during the 19th century. He was the editor of the New York Evening Post, a newspaper that was known for its anti-slavery stance and its support for the Republican Party. White was also a close friend and advisor to several presidents, including Abraham Lincoln and Ulysses S. Grant.In this book, White provides a firsthand account of the major events and personalities of his era. He describes his childhood in Virginia, his education at the University of Virginia, and his early career as a lawyer. He also discusses his involvement in politics, including his work on behalf of the Whig and Republican parties.Throughout the book, White offers his insights and opinions on the issues of his day, including slavery, secession, and the Civil War. He also provides a detailed account of his experiences during the war, including his work as a journalist and his interactions with Lincoln and Grant.Overall, William S. White And His Times, 1800-1873: An Autobiography is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on the events and personalities of the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, or journalism.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.

1 different editions

Also available

Also in

Fiction Anthologies

View All