James Otis The Pre Revolutionist

""James Otis: The Pre-Revolutionist"" is a biography of one of the most important figures in the American Revolution, written by John Clark Ridpath. James Otis was a lawyer and politician who played a key role in the events leading up to the American Revolution. He was a vocal opponent of British rule and a champion of colonial rights. This book explores Otis's life, from his early years as a student in Harvard to his rise as a prominent figure in colonial politics. It covers his famous speeches against the Writs of Assistance, his involvement in the Stamp Act Congress, and his advocacy for American independence. The book also delves into Otis's personal life, including his struggles with mental illness and his relationships with his family and colleagues. Overall, ""James Otis: The Pre-Revolutionist"" is a comprehensive and engaging account of a key figure in American history.By this time, Otis had become not only a man eminent in his profession in Boston, but a powerful factor in the public life of the city. The New England commonwealth was then beginning to be greatly exercised over the aggressions of the Motherland, and this was keenly watched by Otis, who took a lively and patriotic interest in Colonial affairs. Beyond his profession, which had closely engrossed him, he had heretofore taken little part in public life; his leisure, indeed, he had employed more as a student of books rather than of national affairs.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.