William Windom: His Last Speech (1891)

By William Windom

Book Overview

William Windom: His Last Speech is a book written by William Windom, an American politician who served as the Secretary of the Treasury under Presidents James Garfield and Benjamin Harrison. The book contains the transcript of Windom's final speech, which he delivered in the United States Senate on January 21, 1891, just a few months before his death.In his speech, Windom reflects on his long career in politics and shares his thoughts on a variety of issues, including the role of government in society, the importance of education, and the need for fiscal responsibility. He also discusses the challenges facing the United States at the time, such as the growing wealth gap between the rich and poor, and the need for greater cooperation and unity among the American people.The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of America's most respected and influential politicians, and offers valuable insights into the political and social landscape of the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, or economics.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: 1167174208
• ISBN13: 9781167174209
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 78 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"