Gen. Garfield From The Log Cabin To The White House: Including His Early History, War Record, Public Speeches, Nomination, Inauguration, Assassination

By James Baird McClure

Book Overview

""Gen. Garfield From The Log Cabin To The White House"" is a biography written by J.B. McClure that chronicles the life of James A. Garfield, the 20th President of the United States. The book covers Garfield's early life growing up in a log cabin in Ohio, his education, and his rise to political prominence as a lawyer, state senator, and congressman. It also details his military service during the Civil War, where he rose to the rank of Major General. The book includes transcripts of Garfield's public speeches, including his nomination acceptance speech, and his inaugural address. It also covers the events surrounding his assassination, including the trial and execution of his assassin, Charles Guiteau. The book concludes with Garfield's death and burial. Overall, ""Gen. Garfield From The Log Cabin To The White House"" provides a comprehensive account of the life of James A. Garfield, offering insights into the political, social, and military climate of the time. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States and the presidency.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163799432
• ISBN13: 9781163799437
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 480 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"