The Life And Letters Of Edwin Lawrence Godkin V2

The Life and Letters of Edwin Lawrence Godkin Volume 2 is a biographical book written by Rollo Ogden. It provides a comprehensive account of the life and work of Edwin Lawrence Godkin, an influential journalist and editor who played a significant role in shaping American politics and culture during the late 19th century.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of Godkin's life and career. It covers his early years in Ireland, his education at Oxford, his move to the United States, and his work as a journalist and editor at various publications, including the New York Evening Post and The Nation.The book also delves into Godkin's personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his political and social views. It examines his role in the Civil War, his advocacy for civil rights and social justice, and his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, including Mark Twain, Henry James, and William James.Throughout the book, Ogden draws on a wealth of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and other documents, to provide a vivid and engaging portrait of Godkin and his era. The result is a fascinating and informative book that sheds new light on one of the most important figures in American journalism and politics.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.