Memoirs of Aaron Burr, Complete by Aaron Burr

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Author Burr, Aaron, 1756-1836
Editor Davis, Matthew L. (Matthew Livingston), 1773-1850
Title Memoirs of Aaron Burr, Complete
Note Reading ease score: 69.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Marvin Hodges, Stan Goodman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Memoirs of Aaron Burr, Complete" by Aaron Burr is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book provides an introspective look into the life of Colonel Aaron Burr, a prominent figure in early American history, exploring his political ambitions, military service, and personal relationships, while also reflecting on the complexities of his character and his relationships with other key historical figures. The opening portion of the memoir begins with a preface from Matthew L. Davis, who was closely acquainted with Burr for over 40 years. Davis discusses the circumstances under which he was prompted to write Burr's memoirs, emphasizing Burr's desire for an accurate account of his life, free from embellishments. This introduction sets the stage for a detailed recounting of Burr’s early life, including his lineage, education at Princeton, and initial military experiences during the Revolutionary War. Readers gain insight into his character, formative years, and the moral and intellectual influences that shaped him, hinting at the larger historical narrative that will unfold in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
Subject United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Personal narratives
Subject Burr, Aaron, 1756-1836
Subject Vice-Presidents -- United States -- Biography
Subject United States -- Politics and government -- 1789-1809
Subject New York (State) -- Politics and government -- 1775-1865
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EBook-No. 7852
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Most Recently Updated Dec 30, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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