Stephen Hopkins A Rhode Island Statesman Part 1-2

Stephen Hopkins A Rhode Island Statesman Is A Two-Part Book That Explores The Life And Political Career Of Stephen Hopkins An Important Figure In The American Revolution. Written By William Eaton Foster And Originally Published In 1883 This Book Is A Comprehensive Study Of Hopkins' Life And Times With A Particular Focus On His Contributions To The Political History Of The Eighteenth Century.Part 1 Of The Book Provides A Detailed Biography Of Hopkins Chronicling His Early Life His Education And His Rise To Political Prominence. It Also Explores His Role In The Events Leading Up To The American Revolution Including His Involvement In The Stamp Act Congress And His Support For The Cause Of Independence.Part 2 Of The Book Delves Deeper Into Hopkins' Political Career Examining His Tenure As Governor Of Rhode Island And His Contributions To The Continental Congress. It Also Explores His Views On Slavery And His Efforts To Promote Religious Freedom.Throughout The Book Foster Provides A Rich And Detailed Portrait Of Hopkins Drawing On A Wide Range Of Primary Sources To Paint A Vivid Picture Of This Important Historical Figure. This Book Is An Essential Read For Anyone Interested In The History Of The American Revolution And The Political Landscape Of The Eighteenth 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.