Life Of James Buchanan, Fifteenth President Of The United States V1

The book ""Life of James Buchanan, Fifteenth President of the United States V1"" is a comprehensive biography of James Buchanan, who served as the President of the United States from 1857 to 1861. Written by George Ticknor Curtis, the book delves into the life and political career of Buchanan, from his early years in Pennsylvania to his time as a lawyer, diplomat, and politician.The first volume of the book covers Buchanan's early life, including his birth and upbringing in a prominent Pennsylvania family, his education at Dickinson College and his early career as a lawyer. It also explores his political career, including his service in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, his time as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, and his tenure as the U.S. Minister to Russia.The book also delves into Buchanan's role in the events leading up to the Civil War, including his controversial position on slavery and his handling of the secession crisis. It provides a detailed account of his presidency, including his efforts to maintain the Union and his response to the growing tensions between the North and South.Overall, ""Life of James Buchanan, Fifteenth President of the United States V1"" is a comprehensive and detailed biography of one of America's most controversial presidents, offering insights into his life, career, and legacy.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.