Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Life of Arthur Lee: Joint Commissioner of the U.S. to the Court of France, and Sole Commissioner to the Courts of Spain and Prussia"" was written by Richard Henry Lee in 1829. It is a biographical work that details the life and accomplishments of Arthur Lee, an American diplomat who played a significant role in the American Revolution.Lee was appointed by the Continental Congress as a joint commissioner to the Court of France, where he worked alongside Benjamin Franklin and Silas Deane to secure French support for the American cause. He later served as the sole commissioner to the Courts of Spain and Prussia, where he continued to work towards securing international support for the American Revolution.The book provides a detailed account of Lee's diplomatic efforts and his personal life, including his upbringing in Virginia and his education at the University of Edinburgh. It also explores his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as John Adams and Thomas Jefferson.Overall, ""Life of Arthur Lee"" offers a comprehensive look at the life and career of one of America's most important diplomats during the Revolutionary War.Joint Commissioner Of The U.S. To The Court Of France, And Sole Commissioner To The Courts Of Spain And Prussia During The Revolutionary War. With His Political And Literary Correspondence And His Papers On Diplomatic And Political Subjects, And The Affairs Of The United States During The Same Period.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.
