Lew Wallace

Lew Wallace: An Autobiography V2 is a book that provides a detailed account of the life of Lew Wallace, an American lawyer, soldier, politician, and author. The book is the second volume of Wallace's autobiography and covers the period from 1861 to 1905. The book begins with Wallace's service in the Civil War as a Union general, where he played a key role in the battles of Fort Donelson, Shiloh, and Monocacy. It then moves on to his political career, including his appointment as governor of the New Mexico Territory and his service as a U.S. minister to Turkey. The book also delves into Wallace's literary career, which includes the writing of his most famous work, Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ. The book provides insights into Wallace's creative process and the challenges he faced in getting his work published.Throughout the book, Wallace reflects on his personal life, including his relationships with his wife, children, and friends. He also offers his thoughts on religion, philosophy, and the meaning of life.Overall, Lew Wallace: An Autobiography V2 is a fascinating account of the life of one of America's most accomplished and interesting figures. It provides a unique perspective on the Civil War, politics, literature, and the human experience.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.