Life and Correspondence of George Read (Classic Reprint): A Signer of the Declaration of Independence; With Notices of Some of His Contemporaries: A ... Some of His Contemporaries (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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A close look at a Declaration signer’s world, through his letters, life, and times. This volume illuminates George Read, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, by sharing his correspondence and notes from contemporaries. The material blends public duty with personal detail, offering a clear window into Revolutionary-era Delaware and Read’s role in shaping its fate.
In these pages, you’ll see how Read balanced state affairs, wartime challenges, and family life. The book gathers letters, official communications, and biographical context to reveal the man behind the public name, along with reflections on the era’s politics, diplomacy, and daily needs. Portraits and memorabilia add a human dimension to the historical record, illustrating the connections between Read and other leaders of his time.
- Personal letters and official dispatches that shed light on Read’s priorities and challenges
- Insight into Delaware’s wartime experience and Read’s public duties
- Narratives about contemporaries and the broader network around the signer
- Notes on portraits and the provenance of visual records
Ideal for readers of American history, biographical works about the signers, and those curious about the early United States and its leaders.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of George Read, a prominent lawyer and politician who played a key role in the American Revolution. The author, his grandson, provides a detailed account of Readââ â¢s life, from his childhood in Maryland and education in Pennsylvania to his eventual rise as Attorney-General of Delaware and his service as a delegate to the Continental Congress. The book also includes letters from Readââ â¢s contemporaries, such as John Dickinson, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas McKean, offering valuable insights into the political and social climate of the time. Readers will discover how Readââ â¢s career and life were shaped by the momentous events of the era, from the debates over taxation to the struggle for independence. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the complexities of colonial society and the ideals that fueled the fight for American liberty. 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 9781331387428_0
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