The Life Of Oliver Ellsworth

By William Garrott Brown

Book Overview

The Life of Oliver Ellsworth is a biographical account of the American statesman and lawyer Oliver Ellsworth, written by William Garrott Brown. Ellsworth was a prominent figure in the early days of the United States, serving as a delegate to the Continental Congress, a drafter of the United States Constitution, and the third Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. The book traces Ellsworth's life from his birth in 1745 to his death in 1807, exploring his upbringing in Connecticut, his education at Yale, and his early career as a lawyer. The author delves into Ellsworth's political career, including his role in drafting the Constitution and his service as a Senator from Connecticut. The book also covers Ellsworth's personal life, including his marriage to Abigail Wolcott and his relationships with other historical figures such as George Washington and John Adams. Throughout the book, Brown provides insights into Ellsworth's personality, beliefs, and motivations, painting a vivid picture of this important figure in American history. Overall, The Life of Oliver Ellsworth is a comprehensive and engaging biography of a fascinating historical figure, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the early days of the United States and the individuals who shaped its development.As A Member Of The First United States Senate Ellsworth 1745-1807] Supported Alexander Hamilton's Policies And Was The Main Author Of The Judiciary Act Of 1789. He Became Chief Justice Of The Supreme Court In 1796. During His Brief Tenure, Which Ended In 1799 Due To Poor Health, Ellsworth Worked To Expand The Authority Of The Federal Courts And Extend Common Law Procedures In Appeals To Equity And Admiralty Cases. With Limited Success He Tried To Initiate The Policy Of The Court's Handing Down Per Curium Opinions For The Entire Court Rather Than Seriatim Opinions By Individual Justices.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: 1162941561
• ISBN13: 9781162941561
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 396 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"