David Otis Mears: An Autobiography, 1842-1893 is a book written by Hannah Amelia Davidson and published in 1920. It is a biographical account of the life of David Otis Mears, who was born in 1842 and died in 1893. The book is a first-hand account of Mears' life, written by himself, and covers his childhood, education, and career as a lawyer and politician.Mears was born in Massachusetts and grew up in a family of lawyers. He attended Harvard University and later became a successful lawyer in Boston. He was also involved in politics and served as a member of the Massachusetts State Senate.The book provides a detailed account of Mears' life, including his personal relationships, his struggles with illness, and his political and legal accomplishments. It also includes his views on important issues of the time, such as slavery and the Civil War.Overall, David Otis Mears: An Autobiography, 1842-1893 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and times of an influential lawyer and politician in 19th-century America.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.