The Life And Writings Of De Witt Clinton

By DeWitt Clinton, William W. Campbell, DeWitt 1769-1828 Clinton, et al.

Book Overview

The Life And Writings Of De Witt Clinton is a comprehensive biography of the American politician, De Witt Clinton, written by the man himself. Clinton was a prominent figure in the early years of the United States, serving as the governor of New York from 1817 to 1822 and again from 1825 to 1828. He was also instrumental in the construction of the Erie Canal, which connected the Great Lakes to the Hudson River and greatly facilitated trade and transportation in the region.The book covers Clinton's life from his birth in 1769 to his death in 1828, and includes detailed accounts of his political career, his role in the construction of the Erie Canal, and his personal life. Clinton also includes excerpts from his own writings, including speeches, letters, and reports, which provide insight into his thoughts and motivations.Overall, The Life And Writings Of De Witt Clinton is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States, the development of American politics, and the role of infrastructure in shaping the country's growth and development.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: 1430488417
• ISBN13: 9781430488415
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 420 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"