Publisher's Synopsis
The Life and Letters of John Hay V1 is a biography written by William Roscoe Thayer, detailing the life and works of John Hay. Hay was a prominent American statesman, diplomat, and author, who served as Secretary of State under Presidents William McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt. The book provides a comprehensive account of Hay's personal and professional life, including his early years in Illinois, his time as a private secretary to Abraham Lincoln, and his roles as a journalist, diplomat, and politician. The first volume of this two-volume set covers Hay's life up to the year 1898, and includes a collection of his letters, providing readers with a unique insight into his thoughts and experiences. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, and diplomacy.In Two Volumes. Work On John Hay, Who Served In The Administration Of President Abraham Lincoln During The American Civil War. He Also Served As Diplomat In Paris, Vienna, And Spain. Educated At Brown University, He Was A Companion To Lincoln, Including On His Trip To Give The Infamous Gettysburg Address On November 19th, 1863. He Later Served As Secretary Of State, Ambassador To England, Etc. With President T. Roosevelt.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.
