Name/Title
William McKinley: An Inspiring BiographyEntry/Object ID
2016.2.1Description
The essence of the 25th President of the United States is borught out in this intriguing profile. It is a story of pioneer hardship, compassion, diligence, faith and respect for others, among other such admirable qualities. Any young reader (10 years old and up) or person who has an interest in McKinley will enjoy this succinct overview of his life, politics, philosophy and some of the world problems during his time.
Blessed with strong family love and support during a frugal early life, McKinley developed a positive outlook and an ability to care for others. He learned to take pride in fulfilling his responsibilites, in his appearance and his morals. These attributes gave him the impetus to succeed, yet, his personal pride was contrasted by a humility too great to permit the development of vanity.
The years he spent in politics show him to have been an outstanding diplomat whose primary interest was for the rights and welfare of others, The twenty-eight years he spent caring for an invalid wife, the feats he preformed in the Shenandoh Valley, the worry that plagued him over the fate of Americans during the Spanish-American War: all demonstrated his deep compassion for and loyalty to his fellow man.
His tolerance towards religions other than his own, towards schoolmates who called him "Fatty," toward striking workers and even toward Spain during the Cuban crisis were the hallmarks of a temperate and tolerant man.
However, becuase he could never hurt anyone else, it never occurred to him that others would intentionally hurt him. He paid for this innocent trust -- once financially, and eventually with his life.
The book itself, is blue, on the cover is a picture of a staute of William McKinley. There is a price sticker in the upper right hand side, "purchased 7-17-92 from McKinley Museum Shoppe for $0.95." The back entails the summary (mentioned above).
The book is in good condition. Minor wear and tear.Collection
BlaneyAcquisition
Accession
2016.2.0Source or Donor
Eileen B. BlaneyAcquisition Method
Gift