Cox—The Man by Roger Ward Babson
"Cox—The Man" by Roger W. Babson is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the life and character of James M. Cox, who was a significant political figure, including a presidential candidate. Babson offers insights into Cox's upbringing, work ethic, and political ideologies, positioning him as a leader committed to righteousness and social justice. The opening of the book introduces readers to James M. Cox's earlylife, highlighting his modest beginnings in Jacksonburg, Ohio. It details his family background, emphasizing the influence of his father’s rigorous upbringing and his mother’s significant role in his life. As a boy, Cox showed an interest in politics and social issues, often engaging in discussions with older men at the local store and immersing himself in reading. His character traits such as integrity, courage, and an ardent work ethic begin to emerge, setting the foundation for his future as a prominent public figure and showcasing his journey from simple beginnings to aspirations of leadership. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Babson, Roger Ward, 1875-1967 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 20020629 |
| Title | Cox—The Man |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Charlene Taylor, Matthew Wheaton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F476: United States local history: Old Northwest. Northwest Territory |
| Subject | Cox, James M. (James Middleton), 1870-1957 |
| Subject | Politicians -- United States -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43026 |
| Release Date | Jun 24, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 129 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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