Memoir of William Madison Peyton, of Roanoke: Together With Some of His Speeches in the House of Delegates of Virginia, and His Letters in Reference t

by Orlando Brown and John Lewis Peyton

This memoir, published in 1887, tells the story of William Madison Peyton, a prominent Virginia politician and lawyer who played a significant role in the debates over secession and slavery in the lead-up to the Civil War. Written by John Lewis Peyton, William's son, and Orlando Brown, a fellow lawyer and friend of the family, the book provides valuable insights into the political and social climate of antebellum Virginia.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1022540424
• ISBN13: 9781022540422
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"