Winfield, The Lawyer's Son And How He Became A Major-General (1865)

""Winfield, The Lawyer's Son: And How He Became A Major-General"" is a historical novel written by Charles Wheeler Denison in 1865. The book tells the story of Winfield Scott, the son of a lawyer, who rises to become a Major-General in the United States Army. The novel is set during the early 19th century and covers Scott's life from his childhood to his military career, including his involvement in the War of 1812 and the Mexican-American War. The story is told through a series of fictionalized events and characters, but is based on the real-life experiences of Winfield Scott. The book also explores the political and social climate of the time, including issues such as slavery and the tensions between the North and South. Overall, ""Winfield, The Lawyer's Son"" is a compelling historical novel that offers a unique perspective on the life of a prominent American military leader.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.