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Autobiography, Correspondence, Messages, Speeches, and Other Official and Private Papers of Carl Schurz

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This three-volume work collects the writings of Carl Schurz, a German-born American politician, journalist, and reformer. The autobiography, which comprises the first volume, provides a detailed account of Schurz's life and career, from his childhood in Germany to his service as a general in the Union Army during the Civil War and his subsequent political career as a Republican senator from Missouri. The second and third volumes contain Schurz's correspondence, messages, speeches, and other official and private papers, which offer valuable insights into his political views, his work on behalf of civil rights and reform, and his role in American history.

The Complete Works: Autobiography, Correspondence, Messages, Speeches and Other Official and Private Writings

by Richard Gracia

4.6 out of 5

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Volume 1: Autobiography

The autobiography is the most personal and reflective of Schurz's writings. In it, he recounts his early life in Germany, his experiences as a revolutionary in the 1848 uprising, and his decision to emigrate to the United States in 1852. He also describes his experiences as a journalist and political activist in the years leading up to the Civil War, and his service as a general in the Union Army. The autobiography concludes with Schurz's election to the U.S. Senate in 1869.

Volume 2: Correspondence

The second volume of this work contains Schurz's correspondence with a wide range of individuals, including politicians, journalists, and reformers. These letters provide valuable insights into Schurz's political views, his work on behalf of civil rights and reform, and his role in American history. Of particular interest are Schurz's letters to President Abraham Lincoln, in which he expresses his support for the Union cause and his views on the conduct of the war.

Volume 3: Messages, Speeches, and Other Official and Private Papers

The third volume of this work contains Schurz's messages, speeches, and other official and private papers. These documents provide a comprehensive overview of Schurz's career as a politician, journalist, and reformer. Of particular interest are Schurz's speeches on behalf of civil rights and reform, and his efforts to promote international peace and cooperation.

This three-volume work is an essential resource for anyone interested in the life and career of Carl Schurz. The autobiography provides a detailed account of Schurz's life and career, while the correspondence, messages, speeches, and other official and private papers offer valuable insights into his political views, his work on behalf of civil rights and reform, and his role in American history.

The Complete Works: Autobiography, Correspondence, Messages, Speeches and Other Official and Private Writings

by Richard Gracia

4.6 out of 5