Edmund P. Dole
Edmund Pearson Dole was an American lawyer, the first Attorney General of the Territory of Hawaii, and a novelist active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
- Lived
- 1850–1928
- Nationality
- American
- Language
- English
Edmund Pearson Dole (1850–1928) was an American lawyer and author originally from New England. He established a notable legal career that eventually took him to the Pacific, where he served as the first Attorney General of the Territory of Hawaii. In addition to his work in territorial governance, Dole's legal career was highlighted by his role in arguing a case before the Supreme Court of the United States.\n\nAlongside his professional achievements in law and public service, Dole was also a creative writer. Throughout his life, he authored several novels, successfully balancing his literary interests with his demanding legal responsibilities.