"John Lothrop Motley. a memoir — Volume 3" by Oliver Wendell Holmes is a 19th-century biography of John Lothrop Motley, an American historian and diplomat known for his writings on Dutch history. The book explores Motley's significant works and his impact on American literature and diplomacy. This final volume not only covers Motley's achievements but also his personal hardships, such as his relationships and the loss of his wife. It looks into Motley's time as the American Minister to England and the issues surrounding his dismissal. Furthermore, the book emphasizes his important historical writings on the Dutch Republic during the Eighty Years' War and the personal beliefs that influenced his character. As a result, the biography is a celebration of Motley's contributions and an exploration of his intricate life.
John Lothrop Motley. a memoir — Volume 3
By Oliver Wendell Holmes
Discover the life of an American historian and diplomat, including his career, his controversial recall, and the personal tragedies that shaped him.
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About the AuthorOliver Wendell Holmes Sr. was an American physician, poet, and polymath based in Boston. Grouped among the fireside poets, he was acclaimed by his peers as one of the best writers of the day. His most famous prose works are the "Breakfast-Table" series, which began with The Autocrat of the Breakfast-Table (1858). He was also an important medical reformer. In addition to his work as an author and poet, Holmes also served as a physician, professor, lecturer, inventor, and, although he never practiced it, he received formal training in law.
Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. was an American physician, poet, and polymath based in Boston. Grouped among the fireside poets, he was acclaimed by his peers as one of the best writers of the day. His most famous prose works are the "Breakfast-Table" series, which began with The Autocrat of the Breakfast-Table (1858). He was also an important medical reformer. In addition to his work as an author and poet, Holmes also served as a physician, professor, lecturer, inventor, and, although he never practiced it, he received formal training in law.
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