Recollections Of Samuel Breck: With Passages From His Notebooks 1771-1862

By Horace Elisha Scudder and Samuel Breck

Book Overview

Recollections Of Samuel Breck: With Passages From His Notebooks 1771-1862 is a book that provides an insight into the life of Samuel Breck, an American merchant and politician. The book is a compilation of his personal recollections and passages from his notebooks, spanning from the year 1771 to 1862.The book is divided into different sections, each covering a different period of Breck's life. The first section covers his childhood and early years, while the subsequent sections cover his career as a merchant, his involvement in politics, and his travels around the world.Throughout the book, Breck provides a detailed account of the events that shaped his life and the world around him. He shares his experiences as a merchant trading with Europe and Asia, his involvement in the American Revolution and the War of 1812, and his political career as a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and the United States Congress.Breck's recollections also offer a glimpse into the social and cultural norms of his time, including his views on slavery, religion, and education. His notebooks provide a unique perspective on the daily life and customs of the people he encountered during his travels.Overall, Recollections Of Samuel Breck: With Passages From His Notebooks 1771-1862 is a fascinating account of the life of a prominent American figure in the 18th and 19th centuries. It provides a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the history of the United States.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: 1432547623
• ISBN13: 9781432547622
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"