My Own Times - John Reynolds - Bog

My Own Times: Embracing Also The History Of My Life is a memoir written by John Reynolds and published in 1879. The book is a personal account of Reynolds' life, covering his experiences as a lawyer, politician, and judge in Illinois during the mid-19th century.Reynolds provides a detailed description of his childhood and early education, including his time at the Illinois College and his legal training. He then goes on to describe his political career, including his service as a member of the Illinois House of Representatives and his appointment as a judge.Throughout the book, Reynolds also provides insight into the social and political issues of the time, including the Civil War and the debate over slavery. He also discusses his personal relationships, including his marriage and his friendships with prominent figures such as Abraham Lincoln.Overall, My Own Times provides a unique glimpse into the life of a prominent figure in Illinois history and offers valuable insights into the political and social climate of the mid-19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.