Life And Writings Of Alexander James Dallas

The book ""Life And Writings Of Alexander James Dallas"" is a biography of Alexander James Dallas, written by his son George Mifflin Dallas. Alexander James Dallas was a prominent figure in American history, serving as the Secretary of the Treasury under President James Madison and as the Attorney General under President Thomas Jefferson. The book provides a detailed account of Alexander James Dallas's life, from his birth in the West Indies to his education in England and his eventual move to the United States. It covers his early career as a lawyer and his involvement in the American Revolution, as well as his political career and his contributions to the development of the American legal system. In addition to the biographical information, the book also includes a selection of Alexander James Dallas's writings, including his legal opinions, speeches, and letters. These writings provide insight into his political and legal philosophy, as well as his views on the major issues of his time. Overall, ""Life And Writings Of Alexander James Dallas"" is a comprehensive and informative book that offers a fascinating look at the life and career of one of America's most important political and legal figures.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.