The Taft Story

By William Smith White

Book Overview

The Taft Story is a biography written by William Smith White that provides a comprehensive account of the life and career of William Howard Taft, the 27th President of the United States. The book covers Taft's early life, education, and rise to prominence in the legal and political spheres. It also delves into his tenure as Governor-General of the Philippines and as Secretary of War under President Theodore Roosevelt. The book provides detailed insights into Taft's presidency, including his efforts to enforce antitrust laws, his foreign policy initiatives, and his relationships with other political figures of the time. It also explores Taft's personal life, including his marriage to Helen Herron and his role as a father to their three children.White's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a clear understanding of Taft's life and legacy. The Taft Story is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, politics, and the presidency.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258107589
• ISBN13: 9781258107581
• Release Date: October 2011
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 314 Pages
• Weight: 1.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"