The book ""Francis Parnell Murphy, Governor Of New Hampshire: Biography Of An American"" is a detailed account of the life and career of Francis Parnell Murphy, who served as the Governor of New Hampshire from 1937 to 1941. Written by Samuel R. Guard, the biography offers a comprehensive look at Murphy's upbringing, education, and political career.The book begins with a brief overview of Murphy's early life, including his birth in 1889 and his upbringing in Manchester, New Hampshire. From there, Guard delves into Murphy's academic achievements, including his graduation from Harvard Law School in 1914.The bulk of the book is devoted to Murphy's political career, which began in earnest in 1922 when he was elected to the New Hampshire House of Representatives. Guard provides a detailed account of Murphy's rise through the ranks of the state's political establishment, including his election as Speaker of the House in 1931 and his eventual ascension to the governorship in 1937.Throughout the book, Guard paints a picture of Murphy as a principled and effective leader who worked tirelessly to improve the lives of his constituents. He details Murphy's efforts to expand social welfare programs, improve the state's infrastructure, and promote economic development.The book also delves into Murphy's personal life, including his marriage to Mary Louise Hancock and his relationships with other prominent political figures of the era, such as Franklin D. Roosevelt and Harry S. Truman.Overall, ""Francis Parnell Murphy, Governor Of New Hampshire: Biography Of An American"" is a well-researched and engaging account of one of New Hampshire's most influential political figures. It offers a valuable glimpse into the political and social landscape of the early 20th century, as well as the life and career of a remarkable American leader.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.