The Master Of The Hill: A Biography Of John Meigs (1917)

by Walter Russell Bowie

Book Overview

The Master of the Hill is a biography of John Meigs, written by Walter Russell Bowie and originally published in 1917. Meigs was a prominent figure in his time, serving as a lawyer, judge, and politician in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.The book covers Meigs' life from his childhood in Georgia to his rise to prominence in the legal and political spheres. It explores his early education, his time at the University of Georgia and Harvard Law School, and his early legal career in Georgia.Meigs' political career is also covered in detail, including his time as a member of the Georgia House of Representatives and his service as a judge on the Georgia Supreme Court. The book also delves into Meigs' personal life, including his marriage and family, and his interests outside of politics and law.Throughout the book, Bowie provides a detailed and nuanced portrait of Meigs, painting a picture of a man who was both ambitious and deeply committed to his community and his country. The Master of the Hill is a fascinating look at a pivotal figure in American history and a must-read for anyone interested in the legal and political landscape of the early 20th 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120902622
• ISBN13: 9781120902627
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 404 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"