George Wallace Jones (1912)

By John Carl Parish

Book Overview

George Wallace Jones is a biography written by John Carl Parish in 1912. The book chronicles the life of George Wallace Jones, who was a prominent figure in American politics during the mid-19th century. Jones was a senator from Iowa and a member of the Democratic Party. He was also a prominent lawyer, businessman, and land speculator.The book covers Jones' early life, including his upbringing in Pennsylvania and his move to the Midwest to pursue a career in law. It also delves into his political career, including his election to the United States Senate in 1848 and his role in the debates surrounding the Compromise of 1850.In addition to his political career, the book explores Jones' personal life, including his marriage to a Native American woman and his involvement in the fur trade. The book also discusses Jones' views on slavery and his role in the Civil War.Overall, George Wallace Jones provides a comprehensive look at the life of one of the most influential politicians of the mid-19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, politics, or biography.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: 116394940X
• ISBN13: 9781163949405
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 366 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"