Forty Years In The United States Of America, 1839-1885 (1904)

By Augustus J. Thébaud

Book Overview

Forty Years In The United States Of America, 1839-1885 is a memoir written by Augustus J. Thebaud in 1904. The book chronicles Thebaud's experiences as a French immigrant in the United States from 1839 to 1885. Thebaud discusses his initial struggles to adapt to American society and culture, his work as a journalist and translator, and his involvement in various political movements and social causes. Throughout the book, Thebaud provides a unique perspective on American life during the mid-19th century, including the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the growth of industrialization. The memoir also includes personal anecdotes and reflections on Thebaud's relationships with notable figures of the time, such as Abraham Lincoln and Mark Twain. Overall, Forty Years In The United States Of America, 1839-1885 provides a fascinating look at the immigrant experience and the changing landscape of America during the 19th century.With A Biographical Sketch.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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167231309
• ISBN13: 9781167231308
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"