Giant Days: Or the Life and Times of William H. Crawford (1909)

Giant Days: Or The Life And Times Of William H. Crawford is a historical book written by John Edgar Dawson Shipp and originally published in 1909. The book chronicles the life of William H. Crawford, an American politician who served as the United States Secretary of War and Secretary of the Treasury during the early 19th century. The book explores Crawford's early life and career, including his time as a lawyer and his involvement in the American Revolution. It also delves into his political career, including his tenure as a senator from Georgia and his unsuccessful bid for the presidency in 1824. Throughout the book, Shipp provides a detailed account of the political landscape during Crawford's time, including the issues and debates that shaped the nation. He also provides insight into Crawford's personal life, including his relationships with his family and colleagues. Overall, Giant Days offers a comprehensive look at the life of William H. Crawford and the political climate of his time. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history and politics.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.