John Lothrop Motley. a memoir — Volume 2 by Oliver Wendell Holmes
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"John Lothrop Motley: A Memoir — Volume 2" by Oliver Wendell Holmes is a biographical account that likely draws upon the events of the mid-19th century, particularly focusing on the tumultuous years of the American Civil War and Motley's role in diplomatic affairs. The memoir explores Motley's experiences as an American historian and diplomat, detailing his allegiance to the Union and his efforts to articulate the complexities of American governance during a
time of strife. It also highlights his significant appointment as Minister to Austria, discussing his interactions with political figures of the day and the profound impact of the Civil War. At the start of the memoir, the narrative describes Motley's transition from his literary pursuits in England to active engagement in the Civil War narrative. Following the outbreak of war, he returned to America and was appointed as Minister to Austria. In this role, he conveyed the Northern perspective on the conflict to European statesmen, particularly through letters written to the London "Times." The opening chapters depict his sense of urgency and patriotism as he navigated the intricacies of European diplomacy, while reflecting the emotional weight of his connection to the Union cause amidst a backdrop of international politics. Holmes presents Motley's thoughts and feelings in personal correspondence, which reveal his deep commitment to liberty and justice for his nation during one of its most challenging epochs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Holmes, Oliver Wendell, 1809-1894 |
|---|---|
| Title | John Lothrop Motley. a memoir — Volume 2 |
| Credits | This etext was produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Motley, John Lothrop, 1814-1877 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 4726 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-04726-3 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Jun 13, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 349 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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