The Life And Public Services Of Samuel J. Tilden (1876)

By Theodore Pease Cook

Book Overview

The Life and Public Services of Samuel J. Tilden is a biography written by Theodore Pease Cook and published in 1876. The book chronicles the life of Samuel J. Tilden, a prominent American lawyer and politician who served as the Governor of New York and was the Democratic Party's nominee for President in the 1876 election.The biography covers Tilden's early life and education, his legal career, and his political rise in New York. It also delves into his role in the Democratic Party and his efforts to reform government and combat corruption.The book provides a detailed account of Tilden's campaign for the presidency, including the controversial election of 1876, which was ultimately decided by a special commission. It also explores Tilden's legacy and his impact on American politics.Overall, The Life and Public Services of Samuel J. Tilden offers a comprehensive and insightful look at the life of a prominent American politician and provides valuable historical context for understanding the politics of the late 19th century.To Which Is Added A Sketch Of The Life Of Thomas A. Hendricks.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: 1104496127
• ISBN13: 9781104496128
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 456 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"