The Reminiscences of Carl Schurz offers readers a unique perspective on the history of the United States in the mid-to-late 19th century. Schurz was a German-born American statesman, abolitionist, and journalist who played an important role in the formation of the Republican Party and the election of Abraham Lincoln. In this book, he reflects on his personal experiences and observations of many of the key events and figures of his time. This...