Thurlow Weed: Wizard Of The Lobby is a biography of Thurlow Weed, a prominent figure in American politics during the 19th century. Written by Glyndon Garlock Van Deusen, the book explores Weed's life and career, from his early days as a newspaper editor to his rise as one of the most influential political operatives of his time. The book delves into Weed's involvement in the Whig Party, his role in the election of William Henry Harrison as president, and his work as a lobbyist for various causes and candidates. It also ...
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Thurlow Weed: Wizard Of The Lobby is a biography of Thurlow Weed, a prominent figure in American politics during the 19th century. Written by Glyndon Garlock Van Deusen, the book explores Weed's life and career, from his early days as a newspaper editor to his rise as one of the most influential political operatives of his time. The book delves into Weed's involvement in the Whig Party, his role in the election of William Henry Harrison as president, and his work as a lobbyist for various causes and candidates. It also covers Weed's relationships with other political figures of the time, including Daniel Webster, William Seward, and Abraham Lincoln. Van Deusen paints a vivid portrait of Weed, highlighting his strategic mind, his sharp political instincts, and his ability to navigate the complex world of American politics. The book also examines Weed's personal life, including his relationships with his family and his struggles with alcoholism. Overall, Thurlow Weed: Wizard Of The Lobby is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on a fascinating figure in American history.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.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 650grams, ISBN:
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Good. 1947 Little Brown Press stated 1st edition harcover with jacket, solid binding and unmarked text, jacket present but very tattered and torn, exowner name and some notes inscribed on inside covers. Fast Shipping-Safe and Secure Bubble Mailer!
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Book. Octavo; 1st edition; G/G-; Hardcover with DJ; DJ spine, red with black print on yellow banner; DJ has edgewear with small tears at spine ends and flap corners, slight smudging/shelfwear, price-clipped; Boards in grey cloth, light wear to spine caps and corners, else clean and strong; Text block has penciled date on front flyleaf, else clean and tight; xiv, 403 pages, illustrated (b&w plates). 1368356. FP New Rockville Stock.
