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William Branch Giles: A Study In The Politics Of Virginia And The Nation From 1790 To 1830

William Branch Giles: A Study In The Politics Of Virginia And The Nation From 1790 To 1830

Anderson, Dice Robins

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Political Biographies19th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1163779830
ISBN13: 9781163779835
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 286
Weight: 0.85
Height: 0.60 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
William Branch Giles: A Study In The Politics Of Virginia And The Nation From 1790 To 1830 is a comprehensive analysis of the political career of William Branch Giles, a prominent figure in Virginia and national politics during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Written by Dice Robins Anderson, the book explores Giles' life and political philosophy, highlighting his contributions to the development of the Democratic-Republican Party and his efforts to promote states' rights and limited government.The book begins by examining Giles' early life and education, including his time at the College of William and Mary and his early legal career. It then delves into his political career, tracing his rise to power in Virginia politics and his subsequent election to the U.S. Senate in 1804. Anderson explores Giles' role in shaping national policy, including his opposition to the Alien and Sedition Acts and his support of the War of 1812.Throughout the book, Anderson provides a detailed analysis of Giles' political philosophy, highlighting his commitment to states' rights and his belief in the importance of limited government. She also explores Giles' relationships with other prominent figures of the time, including Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and John C. Calhoun.Overall, William Branch Giles: A Study In The Politics Of Virginia And The Nation From 1790 To 1830 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Virginia and the early years of the United States. It provides a detailed and nuanced portrait of one of the most important political figures of the era, shedding new light on his contributions to American politics and his enduring legacy.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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