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The Edwards Papers: Being a Portion of the Collection of the Letters, Papers, and Manuscripts of Ninian Edwards, Chief-Justice of the Court of Appeals of Kentucky, First and Only Governor of Illinois - Hardcover
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The Edwards Papers: Letters, Papers, and Manuscripts of Ninian Edwards
A compelling, historically rich collection that offers a rare inside view of Illinois’ early days.
This edition compiles Edwards’ correspondence with nation‑shaping figures and governors, illuminating the politics and people who helped form the Midwest.
Edited with explanatory notes and added context, the volume presents original letters that reveal the ambitions, strategies, and daily life of early American frontier leadership. It traces Edwards’ career—from Kentucky law to Illinois Territory’s governor and U.S. senator—through engaging, primary-source material and thoughtful commentary.
What you’ll find inside
- More than a century of letters and manuscripts from influential figures of the era
- Notes and explanations that clarify historical events and personal relationships
- Steel engravings and facsimiles that bring the period to life
- Context about Edwards’ role in shaping Illinois politics and policy
Ideal for history readers, researchers, and anyone curious about early Illinois and the nation’s formative years.
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