Alfred E. Smith

Alfred E. Smith: An American Career is a biography written by Henry Moskowitz that chronicles the life and political career of Alfred E. Smith, a prominent American politician from the early 20th century. Smith was the first Catholic to be nominated for President by a major political party and served as the Governor of New York four times. The book delves into Smith's upbringing as the son of Irish immigrants in New York City, his rise to power in the Tammany Hall political machine, and his efforts to reform the city's corrupt political system. Moskowitz also explores Smith's advocacy for workers' rights, his opposition to Prohibition, and his progressive policies on education and social welfare.Throughout the book, Moskowitz provides detailed accounts of Smith's political campaigns and the major events of his time, including the Great Depression and World War II. He also examines Smith's complex relationships with other political figures, including Franklin D. Roosevelt and William Jennings Bryan.Overall, Alfred E. Smith: An American Career offers a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of America's most influential politicians. It provides insight into the political and social climate of the early 20th century and the challenges faced by those who sought to make positive change in the face of opposition.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.