Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Timothy Pickering V2 is a biography written by Octavius Pickering that chronicles the life and career of Timothy Pickering, an American statesman and military officer who served in various government positions during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book provides a detailed account of Pickering's upbringing, education, and early career as a lawyer before delving into his political and military achievements. It covers his service as a member of the Continental Congress and later as Secretary of State under Presidents George Washington and John Adams. The book also explores Pickering's controversial views on issues such as slavery and his involvement in the Quasi-War with France. Written in a clear and concise style, The Life of Timothy Pickering V2 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.
