Published in 1873, this biography of Gulian C. Verplanck, an American lawyer, politician, and man of letters of the early 19th century, provides a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural life of the time. The book describes Verplanck's ancestry, education, and career, as well as his contributions to literature and politics. The author, Charles Patrick Daly, was a well-known journalist and writer of the time who counted Verplanck among his friends.

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