Publisher's Synopsis
The Life and Public Services of Honorable Henry Wilson is a biographical book written by Thomas Russell. The book details the life and career of Henry Wilson, a prominent American politician who served as the 18th Vice President of the United States under Ulysses S. Grant. Wilson was also a senator from Massachusetts and a prominent abolitionist.The book begins with Wilson's early life, including his upbringing in poverty and his apprenticeship as a shoemaker. It then covers his involvement in the abolitionist movement and his political career, including his election to the Massachusetts legislature, his service in the U.S. Senate, and his eventual nomination and election as Vice President.Throughout the book, Russell provides a detailed account of Wilson's political beliefs and accomplishments, including his advocacy for the abolition of slavery, his support for workers' rights, and his efforts to improve education and infrastructure in Massachusetts.Overall, The Life and Public Services of Honorable Henry Wilson is a comprehensive and informative biography of one of America's most influential politicians of the 19th century.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.
