Daniel Webster (1899)

Daniel Webster is a biography of one of America's most famous statesmen, written by Norman Hapgood and first published in 1899. The book chronicles the life of Daniel Webster, a lawyer, orator, and politician who played a significant role in shaping American history in the early 19th century. Webster was a key figure in the Whig Party and served as a member of the House of Representatives, the Senate, and Secretary of State under three different presidents. Hapgood's biography delves into Webster's personal life, including his upbringing, family, and relationships, as well as his political career, including his famous speeches on the Constitution, the Union, and the Compromise of 1850. The book also explores Webster's views on slavery, his role in the Webster-Ashburton Treaty, and his rivalry with fellow politician Henry Clay. Overall, Daniel Webster is a detailed and engaging portrait of one of America's most influential figures.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.