Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Charles Jared Ingersoll, written by William M. Meigs and published in 1897, is a biographical account of the life of Charles Jared Ingersoll. Ingersoll was a prominent lawyer, politician, and public figure in the United States during the 19th century. Meigs chronicles Ingersoll's life from his birth in Philadelphia in 1782 to his death in 1862.The book covers Ingersoll's early life, education, and legal career, which included serving as a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and the United States House of Representatives. Meigs also covers Ingersoll's personal life, including his marriage to Elizabeth Pettit and his relationships with his children.The Life of Charles Jared Ingersoll provides insight into the political and social climate of the United States during the 19th century. Meigs discusses Ingersoll's involvement in key political issues of the time, including the War of 1812, the Missouri Compromise, and the Nullification Crisis.Overall, The Life of Charles Jared Ingersoll is a comprehensive and detailed account of the life of an important figure in American history. It offers readers a glimpse into the personal and professional life of a man who played a significant role in shaping the nation.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.
