""Biographical Sketches of Lyman C. Draper and Mortimer Melville Jackson"" is a book written by Reuben Thwaites that provides detailed accounts of the lives of two prominent figures in American history. Lyman C. Draper was a historian and librarian who dedicated his life to collecting and preserving the history of the American West, particularly the frontier period. Mortimer Melville Jackson was a lawyer and politician who served as the governor of the state of Missouri during a crucial period in its history. Thwaites provides an in-depth look at both men's lives, including their personal backgrounds, professional accomplishments, and contributions to American history. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American West or the political history of Missouri.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.
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