The Autobiography of James Monroe (Paperback)

First published in 1959, The Autobiography of James Monroe collects the compelling fragments of Monroe's unfinished autobiography, written after his retirement from the presidency. The memoirs trace his boyhood, education, and experiences during his long service as a public servant before becoming president. Monroe vividly recalls his military experience in the Revolution, his law studies at the College of William and Mary, and his service as aide to GovernorThomas Jefferson of Virginia. From the early days of his political career, Monroe writes with passion about his opposition to slavery and his support for the Westernfarmer. He discusses his controversial first mission to France as a young and inexperienced minister to a country in the throes of a revolution, as well as subsequent missions in which he served as the key negotiator with France for the purchase of the Louisiana Territory. Originally edited by Stuart Gerry Brown, this new edition includes an introduction by historian and documentary editor William Ferraro. Ferraro considers the lasting influence of Brown's edition on Monroe scholarship and surveys themost recent research, detailing the ways this founding father's legacy continues to unfold.

General

Imprint:	Syracuse University Press
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	April 2017
Editors:	Stuart Gerry Brown
Introduction by:	William M. Ferraro
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 17mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	304
ISBN-13:	978-0-8156-1089-2
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > Historical, political & military Books > Humanities > History > American history > General Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political structure & processes > Political leaders & leadership Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political activism > Revolutions & coups Books > History > American history > General Books > Biography > Historical, political & military
LSN:	0-8156-1089-0
Barcode:	9780815610892

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