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Recollections Of A Lifetime By John Goode Of Virginia (1906)

Recollections Of A Lifetime By John Goode Of Virginia (1906)

John Goode

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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ISBN:
9781104255152
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Recollections Of A Lifetime By John Goode Of Virginia (1906) is an autobiographical book written by John Goode, a prominent lawyer, politician, and diplomat from Virginia. In this book, Goode shares his personal experiences and memories of his life, spanning from his childhood in Virginia to his successful career in law and politics.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Goode’s life. He talks about his family, education, and early career as a lawyer. Goode also shares his experiences as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates and the United States Congress, where he served as a representative for Virginia.In addition, Goode discusses his role as a diplomat, serving as the United States Minister to Cuba and later as the United States Ambassador to Mexico. He provides insight into the politics and diplomacy of the time, including the Spanish-American War and the Mexican Revolution.Throughout the book, Goode reflects on his personal beliefs and values, including his views on slavery and race relations. He also shares anecdotes about his interactions with notable figures of the time, such as Abraham Lincoln, William McKinley, and Porfirio Diaz.Recollections Of A Lifetime By John Goode Of Virginia (1906) provides a unique perspective on the history of Virginia and the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It offers a glimpse into the life of a successful lawyer, politician, and diplomat, as well as the political and social climate of the time.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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