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by Octavius Pickering (Author), Charles Upham (Author)
The Life of Timothy Pickering V4 is a biography written by Octavius Pickering about his ancestor, Timothy Pickering. Timothy Pickering was an American statesman who served as the third United States Secretary of State under President John Adams. He was also a member of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War and played a key role in the Battle of Bunker Hill. The book provides a detailed account of Pickering's life, from his early years as a lawyer in Massachusetts to his political career in Washington, D.C. It explores his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, including George Washington, John Adams, and Alexander Hamilton. The biography also delves into Pickering's personal life, including his marriage to Rebecca White and his relationships with his children. It provides insight into his religious beliefs and his views on slavery and other controversial issues of the time. Overall, The Life of Timothy Pickering V4 is a comprehensive and informative biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of one of America's lesser-known founding fathers.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.
