Retrospections of an Active Life V3 1865 to 1866

""Retrospections of an Active Life V3 1865 to 1866"" is a book written by John Bigelow. This book is the third volume of a series of memoirs that chronicle Bigelow's life and experiences. The book covers the years 1865 to 1866, a time of great change and upheaval in American history. During this period, the Civil War had just ended, and the country was grappling with the aftermath of the conflict. Bigelow was a prominent figure during this time, serving as the United States Ambassador to France from 1865 to 1866. In this book, he provides a firsthand account of his experiences during this crucial period in American history. The book is filled with personal anecdotes, observations, and insights into the political and social climate of the time. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, politics, and diplomacy.1910. Part Three 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): 1417913363, 1417913371.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.