Tis Sixty Years Since - Charles Francis Adams - Bog

""Tis Sixty Years Since"" is a historical book written by Charles Francis Adams, the grandson of John Adams, the second President of the United States. The book is a memoir of Adams' life and experiences during the mid-19th century, covering the period from the 1820s to the 1870s. Adams discusses his family history and the role his ancestors played in the founding of the United States. He also provides an in-depth look at the political and social landscape of the time, including the rise of the abolitionist movement, the Civil War, and the aftermath of Reconstruction. Throughout the book, Adams shares his personal observations and reflections on the events and people he encountered during his lifetime. He provides insight into the daily life of a prominent New England family, as well as the challenges and opportunities that arose during a period of great change in American history. Overall, ""Tis Sixty Years Since"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in American history, politics, and culture during the mid-19th century. Adams' personal perspective and engaging writing style make this book a valuable addition to any history lover's library.Such, briefly and comprehensively stated, having been the situation in 1853, it remains to consider the practical outcome thereof during the sixty years it has been my fortune to take part, either as an actor or as an observer, in the great process of evolution. It is curious to note the extent to which the unexpected has come about. In the first place, consider the all-absorbing mid-century political issue, that involving the race question, to which I first referred, --the issue which divided the South from the North, and which, eight years only after I had entered college, carried me from the walks of civil life into the calling of arms.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.