John Lothrop Motley. a memoir — Volume 1 by Oliver Wendell Holmes
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| Author | Holmes, Oliver Wendell, 1809-1894 |
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| Title | John Lothrop Motley. a memoir — Volume 1 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | This etext was produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "John Lothrop Motley: A Memoir — Volume 1" by Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. is a biographical memoir characterized by its detailed examination of the life and character of the American historian John Lothrop Motley, written in the mid-19th century. The memoir begins with a historical overview of Motley's ancestry and early life, setting the stage for understanding the influences that shaped him into a prominent cultural figure. The opening of this memoir introduces readers to Motley's family background, highlighting his delicate health as a child, his early love for literature, and his sensitive nature. Through anecdotes from his youth, including early theatrical endeavors and interactions with notable contemporaries, Holmes paints a vivid portrait of Motley as a gifted yet complex individual. The narrative touches upon Motley's school years and the bright promise of his early education, laying the groundwork for his future pursuits in history and literature, while also hinting at the challenges he faced as he transitioned into adulthood. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Motley, John Lothrop, 1814-1877 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 4725 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 13, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 55 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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