James Parton
James Parton was an English-born American biographer who wrote books on the lives of Horace Greeley, Aaron Burr, Andrew Jackson, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Voltaire, and contributed three biographies to Eminent Women of the Age.
Famous Americans of Recent Times
Discover the captivating life of a charismatic statesman and his influence during a turbulent period in American politics.
By James Parton
Smoking and Drinking
Explore a historical critique on how smoking and drinking can lead to physical and moral decay, urging readers to consider self-control.
By James Parton
Revolutionary Heroes, and Other Historical Papers
Courageous patriots risk everything for liberty as a nation is forged in the fires of revolution.
By James Parton
Caricature and Other Comic Art in All Times and Many Lands.
Uncover how artists across history used wit and humor to poke fun at the powerful and reflect the absurdities of life in ways that still resonate today.
By James Parton
Captains of Industry; or, Men of Business Who Did Something Besides Making Money
Discover the inspiring stories of American businessmen who went beyond profits to leave a lasting mark on their industries and communities.
By James Parton