Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs of Gustave Koerner, 1809-1896 V2 is a book written by Thomas J. McCormack and published in 1909. The book is a collection of life sketches written by Gustave Koerner, a prominent figure in American history, at the suggestion of his children. Koerner was born in Germany in 1809 and immigrated to the United States in 1833. He was a lawyer, judge, politician, and diplomat, serving as the Lieutenant Governor of Illinois and as a U.S. ambassador to Spain. The book provides a detailed account of Koerner's life, including his childhood in Germany, his journey to America, his career in law and politics, and his experiences as a diplomat. The memoirs also offer insights into the social and political climate of the time, including the Civil War and the Reconstruction Era. Overall, Memoirs of Gustave Koerner, 1809-1896 V2 is a valuable historical document that provides a firsthand account of the life of an important figure in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.
