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Frank B. Kellogg: A Biography

Frank B. Kellogg: A Biography

Bryn-Jones, David

Hardcover

Political Biographies20th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 116450570X
ISBN13: 9781164505709
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 352
Weight: 1.51
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Frank B. Kellogg: A Biography by Bryn-Jones, David is a comprehensive account of the life and career of Frank B. Kellogg, an American lawyer, politician, and diplomat who served as the United States Secretary of State under President Calvin Coolidge. The book traces Kellogg's life from his humble beginnings in Minnesota to his rise as a prominent figure in American politics and international diplomacy. The biography delves into Kellogg's early years as a lawyer in Minnesota, his involvement in progressive politics, and his eventual appointment as a US Senator. It also explores his role in negotiating the Kellogg-Briand Pact, a landmark international treaty signed in 1928 that sought to outlaw war as an instrument of national policy. Throughout the book, Bryn-Jones provides a nuanced portrait of Kellogg, highlighting his strengths as a negotiator and his commitment to promoting peace and international cooperation. The biography also sheds light on Kellogg's personal life, including his marriage to Clara May Walker and his relationships with other prominent figures of the era, such as President Coolidge and Secretary of State Henry Stimson. Overall, Frank B. Kellogg: A Biography is a meticulously researched and engagingly written account of a key figure in American history. It offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a man who played a pivotal role in shaping US foreign policy during a critical period in world history.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.

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