From Farm Boy To Senator: Being The History Of The Boyhood And Manhood Of Daniel Webster (1882) (en Inglés)
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""From Farm Boy to Senator: Being the History of the Boyhood and Manhood of Daniel Webster"" is a biographical book written by Horatio Alger Jr. and published in 1882. The book tells the story of Daniel Webster, one of the most prominent American politicians and orators of the 19th century. The book starts with Webster's childhood in rural New Hampshire, where he grew up on a farm and received a basic education. Despite his humble beginnings, Webster showed an early aptitude for learning and a talent for public speaking. As he grew older, Webster pursued his education and eventually became a successful lawyer and politician. He served in the US House of Representatives, the US Senate, and as Secretary of State under three different presidents. Throughout his career, Webster was known for his powerful speeches and his defense of American nationalism and the Union. He was a key figure in many of the major political debates of his time, including the Nullification Crisis and the Compromise of 1850. The book provides a detailed account of Webster's life and achievements, as well as his personal struggles and tragedies. It also offers insights into the political and social landscape of the United States during the 19th century. Overall, ""From Farm Boy to Senator"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in American history, politics, or biography.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.
