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Life And Times Of Stephen Higginson

Life And Times Of Stephen Higginson

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Biographies GeneralHistorical Figures

ISBN10: 054812616X
ISBN13: 9780548126165
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jul 25 2007
Pages: 356
Weight: 1.52
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book Life and Times of Stephen Higginson is a biography written by Thomas Wentworth Higginson. It chronicles the life of Stephen Higginson, an influential figure in the early history of the United States. Born in 1743, Higginson was a successful merchant, politician, and philanthropist in Boston during the Revolutionary War and beyond. He was a member of the Continental Congress, a delegate to the Constitutional Convention, and a major supporter of the American Revolution. The book explores Higginson's life in great detail, including his family background, education, and early career. It also delves into his political and social activities, including his involvement in the Boston Tea Party and his efforts to promote the abolition of slavery. Throughout the book, Higginson's contributions to the development of the United States are highlighted, including his role in shaping the country's political and economic systems. The author also provides insights into the cultural and social context of Higginson's time, including the challenges faced by early American society and the role of religion in shaping public life. Overall, Life and Times of Stephen Higginson is a comprehensive and informative biography that sheds light on one of the most important figures in the early history of the United States. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, or culture.Member Of The Continental Congress 1783 and Author Of The Laco Letters, Relating To John Hancock 1789.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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