Robert Y. Hayne And His Times

By Theodore Dehon Jervey

Book Overview

""Robert Y. Hayne and His Times"" is a historical biography written by Theodore D. Jervey. The book explores the life and political career of Robert Y. Hayne, a prominent American politician from South Carolina who served as a U.S. Senator and Governor in the early 19th century. Jervey delves into Hayne's upbringing, education, and early career as a lawyer before delving into his political career. The book covers Hayne's time as Mayor of Charleston, his service as a U.S. Senator, and his famous debate with Daniel Webster over states' rights and nullification. Throughout the book, Jervey provides context for Hayne's political beliefs and actions, including his staunch defense of slavery and his advocacy for states' rights. The author also explores the broader political and social climate of the United States during Hayne's time, including the rise of Jacksonian democracy and the growing tensions between the North and South. Overall, ""Robert Y. Hayne and His Times"" offers a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of a significant figure in American history, while also providing insight into the political and social issues of the early 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: 1163128422
• ISBN13: 9781163128428
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 576 Pages
• Weight: 1.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"