The Life And Times Of Seargent Smith Prentiss (1883)

By Joseph Dunbar Shields

Book Overview

The Life And Times Of Sergeant Smith Prentiss is a biographical work written by Joseph Dunbar Shields and published in 1883. The book details the life of Smith Prentiss, a prominent American lawyer and politician who lived in the early to mid-19th century. Prentiss was known for his exceptional oratory skills and was a celebrated member of the Whig Party. The book covers Prentiss's upbringing in Maine, his education at Bowdoin College, and his early career as a lawyer in Mississippi. It also delves into his political career, including his time as a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives, the United States House of Representatives, and the Confederate Congress during the Civil War. The biography provides insight into Prentiss's personal life, including his marriage to Mary Elizabeth Ellis and his close relationship with his brother, Nathaniel. It also explores his struggles with alcoholism and his eventual death at the age of 47.Shields's work is a thorough and detailed account of Prentiss's life, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of this influential figure in American history. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in American politics, law, and oratory.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: 1165128233
• ISBN13: 9781165128235
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 446 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"