Woodrow Wilson: The Story of His Life

William Bayard Hale

Woodrow Wilson: The Story of His Life
Format
Hardback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing
Country
United States
Published
1 June 2005
Pages
248
ISBN
9781432607586

Woodrow Wilson: The Story of His Life

William Bayard Hale

""Woodrow Wilson: The Story Of His Life"" is a comprehensive biography of the 28th President of the United States, written by William Bayard Hale. The book covers the life of Wilson, from his childhood in Virginia to his presidency and beyond. It examines his family background, early education, and his rise to political prominence as Governor of New Jersey and later, as President of Princeton University. The book also delves into his personal life, including his marriage to Ellen Axson and his second marriage to Edith Bolling Galt after Ellen's death. The biography also explores Wilson's political career, including his presidency during World War I, his role in the creation of the League of Nations, and his domestic policies such as the Federal Reserve Act and the Clayton Antitrust Act. The book provides a detailed account of the events that shaped Wilson's presidency, including the sinking of the Lusitania, the Zimmermann Telegram, and the Treaty of Versailles. Throughout the book, Hale presents a balanced and nuanced portrayal of Wilson, highlighting his strengths as a leader and his flaws as a politician. The book is extensively researched and includes primary sources such as Wilson's personal papers and letters, as well as interviews with family members and colleagues. Overall, ""Woodrow Wilson: The Story Of His Life"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of America's most influential presidents, providing readers with a deep understanding of Wilson's life, career, and legacy.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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