Lives And Times

Lives and Times: Four Informal Biographies is a book that delves into the lives of four individuals who lived during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book is written by Minnigerode and Meade and is divided into four sections, each focusing on one of the four characters.The first section is about Stephen Jumel, a merchant who lived in New York City. Jumel was a successful businessman who made his fortune through trade with Europe and the West Indies. The authors explore Jumel's life and the impact he had on the development of New York City.The second section is about William Eaton, a hero who fought in the Barbary Wars. Eaton was a military leader who led a successful campaign against the Barbary pirates in Tripoli. The authors examine Eaton's life and his contributions to American history.The third section is about Theodosia Burr, a prodigy who was the daughter of Aaron Burr, the third Vice President of the United States. Theodosia was a brilliant woman who was known for her intelligence and her love of literature. The authors explore Theodosia's life and the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated society.The fourth and final section is about Edmond Charles Genet, a citizen who was the French ambassador to the United States during the French Revolution. Genet was a controversial figure who was known for his radical views and his support of the French Revolution. The authors examine Genet's life and the impact he had on American politics.Overall, Lives and Times: Four Informal Biographies is a fascinating look at the lives of four individuals who played important roles in American history. The book is well-written and engaging, and it provides insight into the social and political climate of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.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.