Life And Times Of Stephen Higginson

The book ""Life And Times Of Stephen Higginson"" is a biography written by Thomas Wentworth Higginson about his ancestor Stephen Higginson. Stephen Higginson was a prominent figure in the early history of the United States, living from 1743 to 1828. He was a successful merchant, banker, and politician, and played a key role in the American Revolution, serving as a member of the Massachusetts Provincial Congress and as a financial supporter of the Continental Army. The book provides a detailed account of Stephen Higginson's life, from his birth in Salem, Massachusetts, to his death in Boston. It covers his early years as a merchant, his involvement in the American Revolution, and his later years as a banker and politician. The book also explores Higginson's personal life, including his marriage to Sarah Cabot and his relationships with his children.Throughout the book, Higginson provides a wealth of historical detail about the period in which Stephen Higginson lived, including the political and economic climate of the time, the social customs and attitudes of the era, and the major events and figures of the American Revolution. He also draws on a variety of primary sources, including letters, journals, and other documents, to provide a vivid and engaging portrait of his ancestor and the world in which he lived.Overall, ""Life And Times Of Stephen Higginson"" is an informative and engaging biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a prominent figure in early American history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States, the American Revolution, or the lives of the men and women who helped shape the country's early years.Member Of The Continental Congress 1783 and Author Of The Laco Letters, Relating To John Hancock 1789.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.