The Writings and Speeches of Daniel Webster: Diplomatic Papers And Miscellaneous Letters

by Daniel Webster

The Writings and Speeches of Daniel Diplomatic Papers And Miscellaneous Letters is a comprehensive collection of the works of Daniel Webster, a prominent American statesman and orator of the 19th century. This book includes a wide range of Webster's writings and speeches, including his diplomatic papers and miscellaneous letters.The diplomatic papers included in this book offer readers a unique insight into Webster's role as a diplomat and his efforts to promote American interests abroad. These papers cover a variety of topics, including international trade, territorial disputes, and diplomatic relations with foreign governments.In addition to his diplomatic papers, this book also includes a selection of Webster's miscellaneous letters. These letters provide a glimpse into Webster's personal life and his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues. They also shed light on his views on a range of issues, including politics, religion, and social justice.Overall, The Writings and Speeches of Daniel Diplomatic Papers And Miscellaneous Letters is an essential resource for anyone interested in the life and work of one of America's most influential statesmen.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.

344 pages, Paperback

First published October 15, 2008

About the author

Daniel Webster, was a leading American statesman during the nation's Antebellum Period. He first rose to regional prominence through his defense of New England shipping interests. His increasingly nationalistic views and the effectiveness with which he articulated them led Webster to become one of the most famous orators and influential Whig leaders of the Second Party System.

Daniel Webster was an attorney, and served as legal counsel in several cases that established important constitutional precedents that bolstered the authority of the Federal government. As Secretary of State, he negotiated the Webster-Ashburton Treaty that established the definitive eastern border between the United States and Canada. Primarily recognized for his Senate tenure, Webster was a key figure in the institution's "Golden days". So well-known was his skill as a Senator throughout this period that Webster became a third and northern counterpart of what was and still is known today as the "Great Triumvirate," with his colleagues Henry Clay from the west and John C. Calhoun from the south. His "Reply to Hayne" in 1830 was generally regarded as "the most eloquent speech ever delivered in Congress."

As with Henry Clay, Webster's desire to see the Union preserved and conflict averted led him to search out compromises designed to stave off the sectionalism that threatened war between the North and South. Webster tried three times to achieve the Presidency; all three bids failed, the final one in part because of his compromises. Similarly, Webster's efforts to steer the nation away from civil war toward a definite peace ultimately proved futile. Despite this, Webster came to be esteemed for these efforts and was officially named by the Senate in 1957 as one of its five most outstanding members.