William Carey Richards
Great in Goodness: A Memoir of George N. Briggs, Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 1844-1851 offers a detailed look into the life and career of a prominent 19th-century American politician. Written by William Carey Richards, this biography explores the public service and private virtues of George N. Briggs, highlighting his contributions to Massachusetts during a transformative period in American history. The memoir delves into Briggs’s governorship, examining his policies, decisions, and impact on the state. Beyond his political achievements, the book emphasizes Briggs’s character and moral integrity, aiming to present a portrait of a man distinguished by his goodness and commitment to public service. This biography provides valuable insights into the political landscape of mid-19th century America and the life of a significant figure in Massachusetts history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
