Memoir and Letters of Charles Sumner 1838-1845 V2

Edward L Pierce

Format
Paperback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing
Country
United States
Published
10 September 2010
Pages
412
ISBN
9781162946511

Memoir and Letters of Charles Sumner 1838-1845 V2

Edward L Pierce

Memoir and Letters of Charles Sumner 1838-1845 Volume 2 is a book written by Edward L. Pierce. It is a collection of memoirs and letters of Charles Sumner, a prominent American politician, lawyer, and orator. The book covers the period from 1838 to 1845, a time when Sumner was establishing himself as a leading figure in the abolitionist movement and the fight against slavery.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a memoir of Sumner's life during this period, written by his friend and colleague, Edward L. Pierce. It covers Sumner's early life, his education, and his entry into politics. The memoir also provides insights into Sumner's personal life, including his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues.The second part of the book is a collection of letters written by Sumner during the same period. These letters provide a unique insight into the political and social issues of the time, including the fight against slavery, the Mexican-American War, and the struggle for women's rights. The letters also reveal Sumner's personal thoughts and feelings about these issues, as well as his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass.Overall, Memoir and Letters of Charles Sumner 1838-1845 Volume 2 is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique insight into the life and times of one of America's most important political figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, and social justice.In Two Volumes.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.

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