The Letters of Robert R. Livingston: The Diplomatic Story of the Louisiana Purchase

By Edward Alexander Parsons

Book Overview

The Letters of Robert R. Livingston: The Diplomatic Story of the Louisiana Purchase is a book written by Edward Alexander Parsons that tells the story of the Louisiana Purchase through the letters of Robert R. Livingston. Livingston was a prominent American statesman and diplomat who played a critical role in the negotiations that led to the Louisiana Purchase, in which the United States acquired a vast territory from France in 1803.The book is a collection of Livingston's letters, which provide a firsthand account of the diplomatic efforts that went into securing the Louisiana Purchase. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including the negotiations with France, the role of other diplomats involved in the negotiations, and the political climate in the United States at the time.The book also includes an introduction by the author that provides historical context for the letters and explains their significance in the broader story of the Louisiana Purchase. In addition, there are annotations throughout the book that help readers understand the context and significance of the various people, places, and events mentioned in the letters.Overall, The Letters of Robert R. Livingston: The Diplomatic Story of the Louisiana Purchase is an important historical document that sheds light on one of the most significant events in American history. It provides a unique perspective on the negotiations that led to the Louisiana Purchase and offers insights into the political and diplomatic climate of the time.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1168677270
• ISBN13: 9781168677273
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 50 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"