John Lothrop Motley, A Memoir — Complete
By Oliver Wendell Holmes
Length5h 32m
About this audiobook
In "John Lothrop Motley, A Memoir — Complete," Oliver Wendell Holmes offers a captivating exploration of the life and legacy of the eminent historian and diplomat, John Lothrop Motley. Through a blend of biographical anecdotes, personal reflections, and historical context, Holmes employs a narrative style that is both eloquent and engaging, illustrating the intellectual milieu of the 19th century. The memoir not only chronicles Motley's contributions to literature and historiography, particularly his works on the Dutch Republic, but also delves into the complexities of his character, revealing the personal struggles and triumphs that shaped his identity. Holmes, a prominent figure in American literature and a contemporary of Motley, was deeply influenced by the cultural and historical currents of his time. As a physician and writer, he possessed a keen understanding of human nature that allowed him to portray his subjects with empathy and depth. His friendship with Motley afforded him unique insights into the historian's life, experiences, and the societal influences that motivated his intellectual pursuits, which Holmes captures with remarkable clarity in this memoir. For readers interested in the intersections of literature, history, and personal narrative, Holmes's account is an essential addition to the canon of American biographical literature. It not only illuminates Motley's significant achievements but also serves as a reflection on the broader themes of ambition, friendship, and the pursuit of knowledge. This memoir stands as a testament to the enduring impact of one man's intellectual legacy and the careful craftsmanship of its distinguished author.
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GenreBiography and Memoir
Length5 hrs 32 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Volume I.
15XIV. 1859. AEt. 45.
2BIRTH AND EARLY YEARS.
16XV. 1860. AT. 46.
3COLLEGE LIFE.
17Volume II.
4STUDY AND TRAVEL IN EUROPE.
18XVI. 1860-1866. AEt. 46-52.
5IV. 1834-1839. 2ET. 20-25.
19LETTERS FROM VIENNA.
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6V. 1841-1842. AEt. 27-28.
20RESIGNATION OF HIS OFFICE.—CAUSES OF HIS RESIGNATION.
7LETTER TO PARK BENJAMIN.—POLITICAL VIEWS AND FEELINGS.
21XIX. 1867-1868. AEt. 53-54.
8VII. 1845-1847. AEt. 31-33.
22XX. 1868-1869. AEt. 54-55.
9VIII. 1847-1849. AEt. 33-35.
23RECALL FROM THE ENGLISH MISSION.—ITS ALLEGED AND ITS PROBABLE REASONS.
10PLAN OF A HISTORY.—LETTERS.
24Volume III.
11HISTORICAL STUDIES IN EUROPE.—LETTER FROM BRUSSELS.
25“LIFE OF JOHN OF BARNEVELD.”—CRITICISMS.—GROEN VAN PRINSTERER.
12XI. 1856-1857. AEt. 42-43.
26XXIII. 1874-1877. AEt. 60-63.
13VISIT TO AMERICA.—RESIDENCE IN BOYLSTON PLACE.
27HIS CHARACTER.—HIS LABORS.—HIS REWARD.
14RETURN TO ENGLAND.—SOCIAL RELATIONS.—LADY HARCOURT'S LETTER.
28A.
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