Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of John Randolph of Roanoke is a two-volume biography written by Hugh A. Garland. The book chronicles the life and political career of John Randolph, a prominent American politician and statesman who served in the United States House of Representatives and the Senate during the early 19th century. Volume 1 covers Randolph's early life, including his upbringing in Virginia and his education at Columbia University. It also details his early political career, including his election to the House of Representatives and his role in the War of 1812. The volume concludes with Randolph's resignation from Congress in 1814.Volume 2 picks up where the first volume left off, covering Randolph's return to Congress in 1819 and his subsequent political career. It delves into his views on slavery, his opposition to the Missouri Compromise, and his role in the Nullification Crisis. The volume also explores Randolph's personal life, including his struggles with mental illness and his relationships with family and friends. Throughout both volumes, Garland provides a detailed and nuanced portrayal of Randolph, highlighting his strengths as a politician and statesman while also acknowledging his flaws and idiosyncrasies. The Life of John Randolph of Roanoke is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers valuable insights into the political and social landscape of early 19th century America.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.
