The book ""Life Of The Hon. Nathaniel Macon, Of North Carolina: His Public Life, His Private Life"" by Edward R. Cotten is a comprehensive biography of Nathaniel Macon, a prominent figure in North Carolina politics during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book provides a detailed account of Macon's life, including his upbringing, education, and early career as a lawyer. It also delves into his political career, which spanned over four decades and included serving in the Continental Congress, the U.S. House of Representatives, and the U.S. Senate. The book examines Macon's political philosophy, which was characterized by a commitment to states' rights, limited government, and strict construction of the Constitution. It also explores his role in key political debates of the time, such as the debate over the Missouri Compromise and the War of 1812. In addition to Macon's public life, the book also provides insights into his private life, including his relationships with family and friends, his religious beliefs, and his personal habits and preferences. Overall, ""Life Of The Hon. Nathaniel Macon, Of North Carolina: His Public Life, His Private Life"" is a thorough and engaging biography of a significant figure in American history, offering readers a deeper understanding of the political and social landscape of the early United States.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.
- | Author: Edward R. Cotten
- | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- | Publication Date: Jun 25, 2007
- | Number of Pages: 274 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 1432695479
- | ISBN-13: 9781432695477
