This biography provides a comprehensive and engaging account of the life and career of John J. Crittenden, one of the most prominent politicians and statesmen of the mid-19th century. The author uses a wide range of primary sources, including Crittenden's own correspondence and speeches, to paint a vivid picture of the man and his times. The biography is an important contribution to the study of American politics and 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 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. 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.