Excerpt from Autobiography of Asa Biggs: Including a Journal of a Trip From North Carolina to New York in 1832
8represented Beaufort County in the House of Commons in 1844, 1846, and 1848; Speaker in 1844 and 1846; member of Congress, 1837 1849.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. Embark on a captivating journey through the life and times of a prominent figure in 19th-century North Carolina. This autobiography offers a firsthand account of the author's remarkable ascent from humble beginnings to a distinguished career in law and politics. Set against the backdrop of a young nation grappling with issues of slavery, economic development, and westward expansion, the narrative delves into the author's personal experiences as a lawyer, state legislator, congressman, and ultimately, a U.S. senator. The author's reflections on his religious conversion and evolving political ideology provide profound insights into the complexities of 19th-century American society. He candidly shares his struggles with balancing personal ambition and public service, offering timeless lessons on integrity, perseverance, and the importance of principled leadership. His journey from a small-town lawyer to the halls of power in Washington, D.C., illuminates the transformative power of education, hard work, and unwavering dedication to one's beliefs. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780259803812_0
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