Description
Volumes 1 & 2. Former library books. No dust jackets. Covers have normal wear. Pages are clean. Bindings are secure.
These two volumes of The Adams Papers: Diary of Charles Francis Adams offer a rare glimpse into the life and times of one of America’s most influential political dynasties. Charles Francis Adams, the son of John Quincy Adams and grandson of John Adams, served as a diplomat and historian, and his diaries provide a firsthand account of the tumultuous years leading up to and during the Civil War. As a former library copy, these volumes bear the marks of their institutional provenance, but their well-preserved pages and sturdy bindings ensure that the wealth of historical and cultural insights contained within remain accessible to collectors and scholars alike. Readers will be transported back to the 19th century, where they can witness the inner workings of government and society through the eyes of a man who played a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s destiny. These volumes are a treasure trove for anyone interested in American history, politics, and the enduring legacy of the Adams family.
