George W. Norris, V1: The Making Of A Progressive, 1861-1912 - Hardcover

""George W. Norris, V1: The Making Of A Progressive, 1861-1912"" is a biography written by Richard Lowitt that chronicles the life and political career of George W. Norris, a prominent American politician during the early 20th century. The book covers Norris's early life, including his upbringing in rural Nebraska and his education at the University of Nebraska. It also delves into his early political career as a lawyer and member of the Nebraska legislature.The bulk of the book focuses on Norris's time in the United States House of Representatives, where he became known for his progressive views and advocacy for rural America. The book explores his role in passing important legislation, such as the Rural Credits Act and the Norris-LaGuardia Anti-Injunction Act, as well as his opposition to the Taft administration and the Republican Party's conservative wing.Throughout the book, Lowitt portrays Norris as a principled and determined politician who was not afraid to challenge the status quo. He also examines the personal relationships and political alliances that shaped Norris's career, including his close friendship with fellow progressive Robert La Follette.Overall, ""George W. Norris, V1: The Making Of A Progressive, 1861-1912"" provides a detailed and insightful look at the life and political career of one of the most influential politicians of the early 20th century.In Three Volumes. Volume 1, The Making Of A Progressive 1861-1912; Volume 2, The Persistence Of A Progressive 1913-1933; Volume 3, The Triumph Of A Progressive 1933-1944.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.