John Lothrop Motley. a memoir — Volume 2

"John Lothrop Motley: A Memoir — Volume 2" by Oliver Wendell Holmes is a story exploring the life of an American historian and diplomat during the Civil War era. The memoir follows Motley's journey from literary life in England to becoming the Minister to Austria, and shows his dedication to the Union. As Minister, he explains the Union's position on the war to European leaders through letters to the "Times" in London. The story includes excerpts from Motley's personal letters, revealing his intense loyalty and his fight for freedom and what's right during a very difficult time in American history.