""Biographical Sketch of Charles Fenton Mercer, 1778-1858"" is a book written by James Mercer Garnett and published in 1911. The book is a detailed account of the life of Charles Fenton Mercer, a prominent American politician, lawyer, and philanthropist who lived during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book begins with a brief introduction of Mercer's family background and childhood, before delving into his education and early career. Mercer studied law at the College of William and Mary and went on to practice law in Virginia. He was elected to the Virginia House of Delegates in 1810 and later served in the United States House of Representatives from 1817 to 1839. Throughout his political career, Mercer was a strong advocate for internal improvements, such as the construction of canals and roads, and worked to promote education and the arts. He was also a supporter of the American Colonization Society, which aimed to resettle freed slaves in Africa. The book also explores Mercer's personal life, including his marriage to Sophia Sprigg and his relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as James Madison and Thomas Jefferson. Overall, ""Biographical Sketch of Charles Fenton Mercer, 1778-1858"" provides a comprehensive look at the life and accomplishments of one of America's most influential politicians and philanthropists of the early 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.