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Memoir, Autobiography And Correspondence Of Jeremiah Mason

Memoir, Autobiography And Correspondence Of Jeremiah Mason

Mason, Jeremiah

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ISBN10: 9354481876
ISBN13: 9789354481871
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Mar 15 2021
Pages: 542
Weight: 1.73
Height: 1.21 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A towering Federalist lawyer reflects on the making of a nation, in a voice at once precise, shrewd and unexpectedly intimate. These are not dry reminiscences. In this classic legal biography, Jeremiah Mason traces his rise from provincial advocate to one of the most formidable barristers of nineteenth century New England, moving between courtroom, State House and Senate chamber as the early American republic era took shape around him. Part nineteenth century autobiography, part classic political memoir edition, the volume unfolds as both personal narrative and primary source letter collection. Mason's correspondence opens a window onto new england political life, Federalist Party strategy and the everyday work of John Marshall era jurists, offering rich context for readers of Daniel Webster and for american legal history students alike. Sketches of colleagues, reflections on landmark legal contests and sharp observations on character and power illuminate early american legal history from the inside, revealing how law, politics and personality intertwined in the young United States. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Essential for anyone interested in early american republic era institutions, nineteenth century new england society or the evolution of the American bar, it rewards casual readers seeking vivid historical life-writing as much as collectors of enduring cultural and legal classics.

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