General Lew Wallace

By Orison Swett Marden

Book Overview

General Lew Wallace is a biography written by Orison Swett Marden about the life and achievements of American soldier, lawyer, and author Lew Wallace. The book provides a detailed account of Wallace's early life, his military career, his political endeavors, and his literary accomplishments. It covers his involvement in the American Civil War, where he played a crucial role in the Battle of Monocacy, and his appointment as Governor of the New Mexico Territory. The book also delves into Wallace's literary works, including his most famous novel, Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ. Throughout the book, Marden paints a vivid picture of Wallace's life, highlighting his leadership qualities, his dedication to his country, and his passion for literature. The biography is a comprehensive and engaging read for anyone interested in the life of one of America's most fascinating historical figures.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: How They Succeeded, by Orison Swett Marden. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076615307X.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: 1425458750
• ISBN13: 9781425458751
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"