Publisher's Synopsis
""Events, Anecdotal, Historical, and Biographical, in the Life of an Octogenarian: Between the Years 1796 and 1815"" is a book written by George Washington Abbott and published in 1878. The book is a collection of stories, events, and biographical accounts of the author's life during the years 1796 to 1815. The author, who was in his eighties at the time of writing, shares his personal experiences and observations during this period, which was marked by significant historical events such as the American Revolution and the War of 1812. The book provides an intimate glimpse into the daily life and struggles of people during this period, as well as the political and social climate of the time. The author also shares anecdotes and stories from his personal life, giving readers a sense of the joys and challenges of living during this era. Overall, ""Events, Anecdotal, Historical, and Biographical, in the Life of an Octogenarian: Between the Years 1796 and 1815"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in history and personal memoirs.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.
