Essays and Speeches of Jeremiah S. Black is a book that features a collection of writings and speeches by Jeremiah S. Black, a prominent American lawyer, politician, and jurist who served as the United States Attorney General and Secretary of State under President James Buchanan. Compiled and edited by Chauncy F. Black, a relative of Jeremiah S. Black, this book provides readers with a comprehensive insight into the life and career of one of America's most influential legal minds. The essays and speeches in this book cover a wide range of topics, including constitutional law, civil rights, slavery, and the American political system. They offer a unique perspective on the major political and social issues of the mid-19th century, and shed light on the legal and political debates that shaped the United States during this period. Overall, Essays and Speeches of Jeremiah S. Black is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, law, and politics.With A Biographical Sketch.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.