Nathan Clifford: Democrat, 1803-1881 (1922)

By Philip Greely Clifford

Nathan Clifford: Democrat, 1803-1881 is a biography written by Philip Greely Clifford and published in 1922. The book chronicles the life of Nathan Clifford, a prominent American lawyer and politician who served as a United States Supreme Court Justice from 1858 to 1881. The biography begins with Clifford's early life, including his upbringing in Maine and his education at Bowdoin College. It then follows his career as a lawyer, including his work as Maine's attorney general and his involvement in several high-profile court cases. The book also covers Clifford's political career, including his service as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives and his appointment as U.S. Attorney General by President James K. Polk. The bulk of the biography focuses on Clifford's tenure as a Supreme Court Justice, during which he was involved in several landmark cases, including the Dred Scott decision. The book provides insight into Clifford's judicial philosophy and his relationships with his fellow justices. Throughout the biography, the author provides historical context and analysis, highlighting Clifford's contributions to American law and politics. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and career of Nathan Clifford, as well as the history of the United States during the 19th century.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: 1163982466
• ISBN13: 9781163982464
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"