From The Tow Path To The White House The Early Life And Public Career Of James A. Garfield

From The Tow Path To The White House: The Early Life And Public Career Of James A. Garfield is a biographical book written by James S. Brisbin. The book explores the life of James A. Garfield, who was the 20th President of the United States. The author traces Garfield's early life, starting from his humble beginnings as a canal boy on the towpath in Ohio, to his rise as a prominent politician and his eventual presidency. The book provides a detailed account of Garfield's public career, including his time as a lawyer, his service in the Union Army during the Civil War, and his tenure in the House of Representatives and the Senate. The author also delves into Garfield's personal life, including his marriage to Lucretia Rudolph and his relationships with his family and friends. From The Tow Path To The White House offers a comprehensive look at Garfield's life and legacy, highlighting his contributions to American politics and society. The book is well-researched and provides a wealth of information on Garfield's life and times. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, politics, or biography.Including Also A Sketch Of The Life Of The Honorable Chester A. Arthur.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.