His handsome face, made more attractive by large, luminous eyes, and a kind, social nature, peculiarly fitted him for public life; and, back of his fascinating manners, lay sound judgment and great familiarity with state affairs.
This passage describes the appealing qualities of a young politician, emphasizing his suitability for public life.
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