James Tolman

By Harriet S. Tolman

Book Overview

The book James Tolman (1869) is a biography written by Harriet S. Tolman about her father, James Tolman. The book provides a detailed account of the life of James Tolman, who was born in 1826 and lived through some of the most significant events in American history, including the Civil War and the Reconstruction Era.The author describes James Tolman's childhood and upbringing in rural New York, his early education, and his eventual move to Ohio, where he married and started a family. The book also covers James Tolman's involvement in the Civil War, where he served as a Union soldier and was wounded in battle.In addition to his military service, James Tolman was also involved in politics and was elected to various local and state offices throughout his life. The book details his political career, including his work as a state senator and his advocacy for civil rights and education reform.Throughout the book, Harriet S. Tolman provides insight into her father's personality and character, describing him as a man of strong convictions and a deep commitment to his family and community. She also includes personal anecdotes and family stories that help to bring James Tolman to life for readers.Overall, James Tolman (1869) is a fascinating biography that provides a window into the life of a remarkable man who lived through some of the most tumultuous times in American history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120303222
• ISBN13: 9781120303226
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 94 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"