The Reminiscences Of William C. Preston

Book Overview

The Reminiscences of William C. Preston is a book written by Minnie Clare Yarborough. It is a collection of memories and anecdotes about the life of William C. Preston, a prominent figure in the history of the United States. The book covers Preston's life from his childhood in Virginia to his career as a lawyer, politician, and educator in South Carolina. Yarborough provides a detailed account of Preston's involvement in the Mexican-American War, his time as a member of the United States House of Representatives and Senate, and his tenure as president of the College of South Carolina. The book also includes personal stories about Preston's family, friends, and colleagues, as well as his views on slavery and other political issues of his time. The Reminiscences of William C. Preston is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States, particularly the antebellum South.Prescott Was A U. S. Senator From South Carolina, President Of The South Carolina College And Opposed Secession.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: 1432590308
• ISBN13: 9781432590307
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"