The Life of John Marshall V1

By Albert J. Beveridge

Book Overview

The Life of John Marshall V1 is a comprehensive biography of John Marshall, the fourth Chief Justice of the United States. Written by Albert J. Beveridge, the book covers Marshall's life from his childhood in Virginia to his appointment as Chief Justice in 1801. The first volume of this two-volume set explores Marshall's early years, including his education, his service in the Revolutionary War, and his early legal career. It also delves into his political activities, including his time in the Virginia House of Delegates and his service as Secretary of State under President John Adams. Throughout the book, Beveridge provides detailed insights into Marshall's legal philosophy and his impact on the development of American jurisprudence. With meticulous research and engaging prose, The Life of John Marshall V1 is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the United States and the development of its legal system.1916. Volume 1 of 4. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1419178989, 1419178997, 1419179004.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: 1162807695
• ISBN13: 9781162807690
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 534 Pages
• Weight: 1.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"