The book ""Historical Sketch Of Charles S. Hempstead: To Which Is Appended A Memoir Of Edward Hempstead"" is a historical account of the life of Charles S. Hempstead, a prominent figure in the early history of Illinois. Written by Elihu Benjamin Washburne and originally published in 1875, the book provides a detailed biography of Hempstead, tracing his life from his birth in Connecticut to his eventual settlement in Illinois and his involvement in...