Recollections And Reflections: An Auto Of Half A Century And More (1906)

Recollections and Reflections: An Auto of Half a Century and More is a memoir written by Wharton J. Green and published in 1906. The book chronicles Green's life experiences and reflections on various topics over the course of his more than fifty years of life. Green, who was born in 1843, lived through a tumultuous period in American history, including the Civil War and Reconstruction. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of Green's life, including his childhood, his experiences during the Civil War, his career as a lawyer and judge, and his travels throughout the United States and Europe. Green also reflects on his personal beliefs and values, including his thoughts on religion, politics, and the role of education in society. Throughout the book, Green provides vivid descriptions of the people he met and the places he visited, including notable figures such as Abraham Lincoln and Ulysses S. Grant. He also shares his observations on the changes that occurred in American society during his lifetime, including the growth of industry and the rise of the middle class. Overall, Recollections and Reflections provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a man who lived through a transformative period in American history. Green's writing is engaging and insightful, and his memoir is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about the experiences and perspectives of people who lived during the late nineteenth century.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.