Biography and Memoir

Discourse of the Life and Character of the Hon. Littleton Waller Tazewell

By Hugh Blair Grigsby

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In "Discourse of the Life and Character of the Hon. Littleton Waller Tazewell," Hugh Blair Grigsby provides a compelling exploration of Tazewell's life, interweaving biographical narrative with ruminations on moral philosophy and civic duty. Grigsby's prose is both eloquent and analytical, reflecting the 19th-century tradition of American oratory that aims to inspire moral reflection and social responsibility. The discourse encapsulates Tazewell's contributions to Virginia law and politics, serving not only as a biography but as a mirror for the values and challenges of early American democracy. Grigsby, a prominent Virginia historian and politician in his own right, offers unique insights informed by his deep engagement with the political landscape of the time. His contemporaneous perspective, coupled with his scholarly pursuits, provides a foundation for the veneration of Tazewell, who was not only a personal acquaintance but also a figure emblematic of the Southern Whig tradition and the antebellum cultural ethos. Grigsby's admiration for Tazewell is palpable, as he seeks to immortalize the statesman's legacy. This work is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersections of biography, history, and political ethics in 19th-century America. Grigsby's insightful analysis and profound reverence for Tazewell's character promise to engage readers, prompting reflection on the values that underscore civic leadership and the responsibilities inherent in public service.

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GenreBiography and Memoir

Length4 hrs 18 mins

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FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateSep 16, 2022

LanguageEnglish

1Introduction (pt. 1)

2Introduction (pt. 2)

3FOOTNOTES:

4APPENDIX.

5PROCEEDINGS OF THE BAR OF NORFOLK, VIRGINIA, ON THE DEATH OF MR. TAZEWELL.

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6MEETING OF THE NORFOLK BAR.

7CORRESPONDENCE CONCERNING THE PUBLICATION OF MR. GRIGSBY&#x27;S DISCOURSE.

8CHARACTERS OF MR. TAZEWELL, BY THE HON. GEORGE LOYALL; BY WILLIAM W. SHARP, ESQ., A PUPIL OF MR. TAZEWELL; BY THE LATE WILLIAM WIRT, ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE UNITED STATES; AND BY THE LATE FRANCIS WALKER GILMER, ESQ., PROFESSOR OF LAW IN THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA.

9DEATH OF EX-GOV. TAZEWELL.

10SKETCH OF MR. TAZEWELL BY MR. SHARP.

11DESCRIPTION OF MR. TAZEWELL, BY THE LATE WILLIAM WIRT, ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE UNITED STATES.

12SKETCH OF FRANCIS WALKER GILMER.

13EXTRACTS FROM THE LETTERS OF MR. TAZEWELL RESPECTING PUBLIC OFFICE.

14THE FUNERAL OF MR. TAZEWELL.

15PORTRAITS OF GOVERNOR TAZEWELL.

16ADVERTISEMENTS

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