""The Life and Letters of John Hay V2"" is a biographical work that delves into the life of John Hay, an American statesman and diplomat who served as private secretary and assistant to Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War. The book, published in 1908, is the second volume of a two-part series and is written by Hay himself. It includes a collection of letters written by Hay throughout his life, providing insight into his personal and professional relationships with notable figures such as Theodore Roosevelt, William McKinley, and Mark Twain. The book also covers Hay's time as Secretary of State under Presidents McKinley and Roosevelt, during which he played a key role in shaping American foreign policy. Overall, ""The Life and Letters of John Hay V2"" offers a comprehensive look at the life and career of one of America's most influential statesmen.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.