Publisher's Synopsis
""William Richardson Davie: A Memoir, With His Letters And Notes"" is a biographical account of the life and career of William Richardson Davie, a prominent political figure and military leader in early American history. The book is written by J.G. De Roulhac Hamilton, a noted historian and author of numerous works on the American South.The memoir begins with a detailed exploration of Davie's early life, tracing his upbringing in the colonial South and his education at Princeton University. From there, the book follows Davie's career as a lawyer, politician, and military leader, highlighting his key accomplishments and contributions to American history.Throughout the memoir, Hamilton draws heavily on Davie's personal letters and notes, providing readers with a unique glimpse into the mind and personality of this important historical figure. The book also includes detailed analyses of Davie's political and military strategies, as well as his relationships with key figures in American history such as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson.Overall, ""William Richardson Davie: A Memoir, With His Letters And Notes"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of the most important figures in early American history. It offers readers a deep understanding of Davie's life, career, and contributions to the shaping of the United States.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.