Ebenezer Beriah Kelly: An Autobiography (1856) is a memoir written by Ebenezer Beriah Kelly, an American politician and lawyer who served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois. The book is a detailed account of Kelly's life, from his childhood in New York to his career in politics and law.The autobiography provides insight into Kelly's personal and professional life, including his education, his early career as a teacher, and his eventual move to Illinois, where he became involved in politics. The ...
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Ebenezer Beriah Kelly: An Autobiography (1856) is a memoir written by Ebenezer Beriah Kelly, an American politician and lawyer who served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois. The book is a detailed account of Kelly's life, from his childhood in New York to his career in politics and law.The autobiography provides insight into Kelly's personal and professional life, including his education, his early career as a teacher, and his eventual move to Illinois, where he became involved in politics. The book also covers Kelly's time in Congress, where he advocated for the abolition of slavery and the rights of African Americans.Throughout the book, Kelly reflects on his experiences and shares his opinions on various political and social issues of the time. He also provides a glimpse into the daily life of a politician in the mid-19th century, including the challenges of campaigning, the workings of Congress, and the relationships between politicians.Overall, Ebenezer Beriah Kelly: An Autobiography is a fascinating and informative account of the life of a prominent American politician and lawyer. It offers valuable insights into the history of the United States in the mid-19th century, as well as the personal experiences and reflections of one of its key 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.
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