The Works of William H. Seward is a comprehensive collection of speeches, letters, and other writings by the former governor of New York and Secretary of State under Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson. Seward was a key figure in American politics during the mid-19th century and played a crucial role in the abolition of slavery and the expansion of American power. This edition includes a detailed introduction by George E. Baker.

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