Memoirs of the Life of William Wirt

William Wirt is widely regarded as one of America's most prominent attorneys, having served as Attorney General under presidents James Monroe and John Quincy Adams. In this memoir, author John Pendleton Kennedy offers a detailed look at Wirt's life, including his early career and rise to prominence. Readers will also gain insight into the political and legal landscape of the early 19th century. A must-read for history buffs and law enthusiasts alike. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.