The Life And Letters Of Francis Lieber (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163632949)

The Life and Letters of Francis Lieber is a biographical book about the life and work of Francis Lieber, written by Lieber himself. Francis Lieber was a German-American philosopher, jurist, and political scientist who played a significant role in shaping American political thought during the mid-19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Lieber's life, from his early years in Germany to his emigration to the United States, and his subsequent career as a professor of political science at South Carolina College and Columbia University.The book is divided into three parts, each of which covers a different period in Lieber's life. The first part focuses on Lieber's early years in Germany, his education, and his involvement in the German revolution of 1848. The second part covers his emigration to the United States, his work as a professor of political science, and his contributions to American political thought. The third and final part of the book consists of Lieber's correspondence with various individuals, including his family members, colleagues, and friends.Throughout the book, Lieber provides insights into his own philosophy and political views, as well as the events and people that shaped his life. He also reflects on the challenges he faced as an immigrant in America, and the role that he played in shaping American political thought during a critical period in the country's history.Overall, The Life and Letters of Francis Lieber provides a fascinating insight into the life and work of one of America's most influential political thinkers, and is a must-read for anyone interested in American political history and philosophy.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.

Author: Francis Lieber
ISBN-10: 1163632945
ISBN-13: 9781163632949
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 446
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.31lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.90d