The Life and Public Services of James A. Garfield / Twentieth President of the United States, Including Full and Accurate Details of His Eventful Administration, Assassination, Last Hours, Death, Etc., Together with Notable Extracts from His Speeches and Letters

Name: The Life and Public Services of James A. Garfield / Twentieth President of the United States, Including Full and Accurate Details of His Eventful Administration, Assassination, Last Hours, Death, Etc., Together with Notable Extracts from His Speeches and Letters
Author: E. E. Brown

By E. E. Brown

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A chronological biography traces a nineteenth-century American's rise from modest frontier beginnings through schooling, teaching, ministry, and notable Civil War military service to a career in Congress and eventual election to the presidency; it documents his administration, the attempt on his life and protracted final hours, and concludes with selections from speeches and letters. The narrative mixes personal anecdotes, contemporary tributes, moral and religious reflections, and detailed chaptered accounts of campaigns, public service, and private character.

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E. E. Brown

E. E. Brown was an American author known for his biographical works that delve into the lives of prominent figures in American history. His notable titles include "Life of Oliver Wendell Holmes," which explores the life and contributions of the esteemed Supreme Court Justice, and "The Life and Public Services of James A. Garfield," a comprehensive account of the twentieth President of the United States, detailing his administration and tragic assassination. Brown's writings reflect a dedication to capturing the complexities of his subjects, contributing to the understanding of their impact on American society.