The Life Of James Gillespie Blaine (1884)

""The Life of James Gillespie Blaine"" is a biography written by John Herr Landis in 1884. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life of James Gillespie Blaine, who was a prominent American politician and statesman in the late 19th century. Blaine served as a member of the United States House of Representatives, Speaker of the House, United States Senator, and Secretary of State under President Benjamin Harrison.The book traces Blaine's life from his humble beginnings in Pennsylvania to his rise to political prominence in Maine. It covers his early career as a newspaper editor, his involvement in the Republican Party, and his role in shaping American foreign policy during his tenure as Secretary of State.The biography also delves into Blaine's personal life, including his marriage to his wife, Harriet Stanwood, and their family life together. It explores his relationships with other notable figures of his time, such as Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, and William McKinley.Overall, ""The Life of James Gillespie Blaine"" provides a detailed and informative account of one of America's most influential politicians of the late 19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, politics, or the life of James Gillespie Blaine himself.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.