The Life of John Marshall, Volume 1: Frontiersman, soldier, lawmaker, 1755-1788
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| Author | Beveridge, Albert J. (Albert Jeremiah), 1862-1927 |
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| Title | The Life of John Marshall, Volume 1: Frontiersman, soldier, lawmaker, 1755-1788 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Life of John Marshall, Volume 1: Frontiersman, Soldier, Lawmaker, 1755-1788" by Albert J. Beveridge is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This comprehensive biography delves into the life of John Marshall, focusing on his formative years and experiences that shaped him into a pivotal figure in American history. The book explores Marshall's multifaceted roles as a frontiersman, soldier, and legislator and aims to provide a thorough understanding of his significant contributions to the burgeoning American National identity. At the start of the biography, the narrative sets the stage for understanding John Marshall's early life against the backdrop of Colonial Virginia, detailing the historical events surrounding his birth shortly after Braddock's defeat in the French and Indian War. It illustrates the influential environment his parents created, marked by a commitment to American ideals and the struggles of frontier life. The opening chapters introduce Marshall's family background, emphasizing the strong character traits inherited from his parents, and depict the social dynamics of Virginia society that included a blend of aristocracy and frontier ruggedness, ultimately highlighting how these forces would influence Marshall's contributions to the nation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861) |
| Subject | Statesmen -- United States -- Biography |
| Subject | Marshall, John, 1755-1835 |
| Subject | United States. Supreme Court -- Biography |
| Subject | Judges -- United States -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40388 |
| Release Date | Aug 1, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Aug 3, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 148 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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