Francis Scott Key, Author Of The Star Spangled Banner: What Else He Was And Who - Paperback

""Francis Scott Key, Author of The Star-Spangled Banner: What Else He Was and Who"" is a biographical book that delves into the life of Francis Scott Key, the man who wrote the famous American anthem. The book explores Key's life beyond his creation of the national anthem, shedding light on his personal and professional accomplishments, as well as his political and social views.The book begins with Key's childhood and family background, and then moves on to his education and early career as a lawyer. It then delves into his involvement in politics, including his work as a district attorney and his involvement in the American Colonization Society.The book also explores Key's personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his religious beliefs and his views on slavery. It also discusses his role in the War of 1812 and his experiences as a prisoner of war.Overall, ""Francis Scott Key, Author of The Star-Spangled Banner: What Else He Was and Who"" provides a comprehensive look at the life of one of America's most iconic figures, shedding new light on his contributions to the country and the world beyond his famous anthem.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.