Publisher's Synopsis
""Gouverneur Morris: Witness Of Two Revolutions"" by Daniel Walther is a comprehensive biography of Gouverneur Morris, a prominent figure in American history who played a key role in both the American Revolution and the French Revolution. The book explores Morris's life, from his birth in 1752 to his death in 1816, and his many accomplishments as a statesman, diplomat, and writer.The author examines Morris's early years, including his education at King's College (now Columbia University) and his involvement in the Sons of Liberty, a group of American colonists who opposed British rule. The book also delves into Morris's role in the Continental Congress, where he helped draft the Articles of Confederation and the United States Constitution.In addition to his contributions to American politics, Morris was also a key player in the French Revolution. The book explores his time as the American Minister to France, where he witnessed firsthand the tumultuous events that led to the overthrow of the French monarchy.Throughout the book, Walther provides a detailed account of Morris's personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggle with a physical disability. He also examines Morris's literary achievements, including his role in shaping the English language and his contributions to early American literature.Overall, ""Gouverneur Morris: Witness Of Two Revolutions"" offers a fascinating look at the life of a remarkable man who played a pivotal role in shaping American and French 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.
