** "Autobiography of Seventy Years, Vol. 1-2" by George Frisbie Hoar is the story of a life deeply intertwined with American history, as told by one of its participants. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of a man reflecting on seven decades marked by significant political and social change, from the echoes of the American Revolution to the tumultuous Civil War era. Hoar shares personal encounters with notable figures and offers his perspective on critical moments in American political history. The book begins with a thoughtful meditation on memory and the challenges of recounting the past, weaving in stories of his ancestors and their involvement in shaping the nation's early days. The author provides a unique blend of historical context and personal reflection, setting the stage for a journey through his own life and the events that shaped America. **
Autobiography of Seventy Years, Vol. 1-2
By George Frisbie Hoar
** Witness American history unfold through the eyes of a man who lived it, recounting his experiences and interactions with the figures who shaped a nation.
Summary
About the AuthorGeorge Frisbie Hoar was an American attorney and politician who represented Massachusetts in the United States Senate from 1877 until his death in 1904. He belonged to an extended family that became politically prominent in 18th- and 19th-century New England.
George Frisbie Hoar was an American attorney and politician who represented Massachusetts in the United States Senate from 1877 until his death in 1904. He belonged to an extended family that became politically prominent in 18th- and 19th-century New England.
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