A Life of Silas Wright, 1795-1847: United States Senator from New York, 1833-1844, Governor of the State of New York, 1844-1846 (1913)

""A Life Of Silas Wright, 1795-1847: United States Senator From New York, 1833-1844, Governor Of The State Of New York, 1844-1846"" is a biographical work written by William Estabrook Chancellor in 1913. The book explores the life and political career of Silas Wright, who was a prominent figure in New York politics during the mid-19th century. Wright served as a United States Senator from New York from 1833 to 1844 and as Governor of the State of New York from 1844 to 1846. The book delves into Wright's upbringing, education, and early political career, as well as his time in the Senate and as Governor. It also examines Wright's views on various political issues, including slavery, states' rights, and the role of government in society. Chancellor draws on a variety of primary sources, including letters, speeches, and government documents, to provide a comprehensive and insightful portrait of this influential figure in American history. Overall, ""A Life Of Silas Wright, 1795-1847"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the political history of New York and the United States during the first half of the 19th century.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.