Thomas Ritchie: A Study in Virginia Politics is a 1913 biography that examines how one editor helped shape Virginia’s role in the early United States.
It traces the life of Thomas Ritchie from his Essex County beginnings to his influence on state and national affairs, through war, reform, and party politics.
This detailed portrait centers on local conditions and the way a diligent editor reflected and affected the political scene. It explores Ritchie’s stance on slavery, his relationships with major figures of the era, and how his writings intersected with the broader currents of American democracy. The book blends family history, archival research, and political analysis to illuminate a pivotal period in Virginia and national history.Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive analysis of Thomas Ritchie's political views and actions as both a newspaper editor and congressman. An influential figure of the early 19th century, Ritchie played a major role in shaping Virginia politics and national issues including nullification and the Missouri Compromise. The author examines Ritchie's shift from Federalist to Republican and his role in promoting party loyalty within Virginia. This well-researched and insightful volume sheds light on the complex political landscape of the early republic and the often-overlooked contributions of figures like Ritchie. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333633226_0
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333633226
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333633226
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)