Francis Parkman

Francis Parkman

Henry Dwight Sedgwick

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2007
Materia
Biografía: general
ISBN:
9781432637453
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The book ''Francis Parkman'' by Henry Dwight Sedgwick is a biography of the renowned American historian and writer, Francis Parkman. The book provides a detailed account of Parkman’s life, from his upbringing in a wealthy Boston family to his education at Harvard and his travels across North America. Sedgwick delves into Parkman’s personal struggles, including his battle with blindness and his difficult relationships with his family members. The book also explores Parkman’s prolific writing career, which included several influential works on American history, such as ''The Oregon Trail'' and ''France and England in North America.'' Sedgwick’s biography offers a comprehensive look at Parkman’s life and legacy, highlighting his contributions to the field of history and his enduring impact on American literature. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of this important figure in American history.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.

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