A vivid portrait of a key 19th‑century statesman told through his letters and memories.
Discover how William H. Seward shaped American diplomacy, from the Civil War era to its aftermath.
Frederick W. Seward presents a nonfiction account that illuminates his father’s public service and diplomacy. The book weaves together memories and correspondence, offering a window into the era’s major events, debates, and international relations. It covers years of intense national change and reflects on the personal cost of leadership.
Readers will glimpse the behind‑the‑scenes work of a secretary of state, the politics of foreign affairs during the Civil War, and the steady, long view of American diplomacy. The narrative also details moments of national crisis, including the assassination aftermath and Seward’s long road to recovery, seen through a family’s perspective.
Ideal for readers of presidential history, Civil War studies, and diplomatic biographies.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book recounts the crucial events surrounding the presidency of Abraham Lincoln, centering around the extraordinary efforts of Secretary of State William H. Seward. During the Civil War and the period leading up to it, the author highlights Seward's deft diplomatic maneuvers, his role in preserving the Union, and his part in the emancipation of enslaved people. The text also explores the complex domestic and international challenges faced during this pivotal period in American history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330631232_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330631232
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330631232
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Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 630 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25826229/1
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