The Life Of Charles A. Dana (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417951970)

The Life of Charles A. Dana is a biography written by James Harrison Wilson. The book is a comprehensive account of the life and career of Charles A. Dana, a prominent American journalist, editor, and diplomat who lived during the 19th century. The book covers Dana's early life, his education, his work as a journalist, and his time as an editor of various newspapers, including the New York Sun and the New York Tribune. It also discusses Dana's involvement in the American Civil War, where he served as an assistant secretary of war under President Abraham Lincoln. The book provides insights into Dana's role in shaping public opinion during the war and his efforts to support the Union cause. It also delves into Dana's diplomatic career, including his time as the US Minister to Russia. Overall, The Life of Charles A. Dana is a fascinating account of a prominent figure in American history and provides valuable insights into the political and social dynamics of the 19th century.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: James Harrison Wilson
ISBN-10: 1417951974
ISBN-13: 9781417951970
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/23/2005
Pages: 564
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.80lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.26d