Retrospections of an Active Life V1 1817 to 1863

Retrospections of an Active Life V1 1817 to 1863 is a memoir written by John Bigelow. The book is a detailed account of his life from his birth in 1817 to the year 1863. Bigelow was a prominent American journalist, diplomat, and author. He was also a close friend of Abraham Lincoln and played a significant role in American politics during the mid-19th century.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific period in Bigelow's life. In the first chapter, he writes about his childhood and education. He then goes on to describe his early career as a journalist and his involvement in the anti-slavery movement. Bigelow also writes about his travels to Europe and his experiences as a diplomat.Throughout the book, Bigelow provides insights into the political and social climate of the time. He writes about the Mexican-American War, the Civil War, and the Reconstruction period. He also discusses his personal relationships with notable figures such as Lincoln, William Seward, and Horace Greeley.Retrospections of an Active Life V1 1817 to 1863 is a fascinating account of a significant period in American history. It provides a first-hand perspective on the events and people that shaped the country during the mid-19th century. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, politics, and culture.1910. Part One of Three. Bigelow recounts his life and career as American journalist and diplomat. He graduated at Union College and took up the practice of law in New York for several years, which he gave up to turn to journalistic work; becoming the joint owner (with William Cullen Bryant) and managing editor of the New York Evening Post. Bigelow served as United States consul at Paris, minister to France and secretary of state for New York. From time to time he wrote books of travel, or historical and political essays, but his principal literary achievements were biographical works of Benjamin Franklin, Samuel J. Tilden, and William Cullen Bryant. Mystery of Sleep is another volume published by Bigelow. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417913371, 141791338X.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.