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by E. Edwards Beardsley (Author)
The book ""Life And Times Of William Samuel Johnson: First Senator In Congress From Connecticut And President Of Columbia College, New York"" is a comprehensive biography of William Samuel Johnson, a prominent figure in American history. The author, E. Edwards Beardsley, delves into the life and achievements of Johnson, who was not only a senator from Connecticut but also the president of Columbia College in New York.The book covers Johnson's early life, his education, and his career as a lawyer before he became involved in politics. Beardsley examines Johnson's role in the American Revolution, including his service on the Continental Congress and his efforts to secure support for the war effort.The book also explores Johnson's later career as a senator and his contributions to the development of the United States government. Additionally, Beardsley provides insight into Johnson's leadership of Columbia College and his efforts to improve education in America.Overall, ""Life And Times Of William Samuel Johnson"" is an informative and engaging biography that sheds light on an important figure in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in politics, education, or the founding of the United States.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.
