John Hancock

By Elbert Hubbard

Book Overview

""John Hancock"" is a biography written by Elbert Hubbard that chronicles the life and accomplishments of one of America's founding fathers, John Hancock. The book delves into Hancock's childhood, his rise to wealth and political power, and his pivotal role in the American Revolution. Readers will learn about Hancock's early years as a merchant and his involvement in the Sons of Liberty, a secret organization that played a key role in the American Revolution. The book also explores Hancock's tenure as the president of the Continental Congress, where he famously signed the Declaration of Independence, and his later years as the governor of Massachusetts. Throughout the book, Hubbard offers insights into Hancock's character, his motivations, and his impact on American history. The writing is engaging and informative, making it an excellent resource for anyone interested in the life of John Hancock or the events leading up to the American Revolution.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great: American Statesmen, by Elbert Hubbard. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076610401X.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: 1162874325
• ISBN13: 9781162874326
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"