The Life Of William H. Seward V2 - Frederic Bancroft - Bog

""The Life of William H. Seward"" is a two-volume biography written by Frederic Bancroft. The book chronicles the life of William H. Seward, a prominent American politician who served as Secretary of State under President Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson. The first volume covers Seward's early life, education, and entry into politics, while the second volume focuses on his time in the Lincoln and Johnson administrations, as well as his role in the purchase of Alaska. Bancroft draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Seward's personal papers and letters, to provide a detailed and engaging portrait of this influential figure in American history. The book offers insights into the political and social climate of the mid-19th century, as well as the challenges and triumphs of one of America's most important statesmen.In Two Volumes. A Political Biography Of Abraham Lincoln's Secretary Of State, (1801-1872). Relevant Today For The Political History Of The U.S., Before And During The Climatic Civil War. Mr. Seward Had A Long Political Career.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.