My Courtship And Its Consequences; And Revelations From The Foreign Office

By Henry Wikoff

Book Overview

""My Courtship And Its Consequences; And Revelations From The Foreign Office"" is a memoir written by Henry Wikoff, an American journalist, diplomat, and socialite who lived in the 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Wikoff's courtship of a wealthy Englishwoman named Elizabeth, which leads to his eventual downfall due to his lavish spending and debts. In addition to his personal story, Wikoff also shares his experiences as a diplomat and his interactions with various European leaders, including Napoleon III and Queen Victoria. He offers insights into the workings of the Foreign Office and sheds light on the political climate of the time.The book is written in a conversational style, with Wikoff's wit and charm evident throughout. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of high society in the 19th century, as well as the political landscape of Europe during that time. Overall, ""My Courtship And Its Consequences; And Revelations From The Foreign Office"" is a captivating memoir that offers both entertainment and historical value.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163797138
• ISBN13: 9781163797136
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 438 Pages
• Weight: 1.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"