Twenty Years in Europe: A Consul-General's Memories of Noted People, with Letters from General W. T. Sherman
Twenty Years in Europe: A Consul-General's Memories of Noted People, with Letters from General W. T. Sherman
Biographies, History - European, Travel Writing
Published in 1900, 'Twenty Years in Europe' is a memoir by S. H. M. Byers, recounting his experiences as a consular officer in Switzerland and Italy from 1869 to 1889. The narrative is based on Byers' diary and includes interactions with notable figures, reflections on the socio-political climate, and personal observations of European life during a transformative period. The book also features letters from General W. T. Sherman, adding historical context to Byers' accounts and providing insight into the era's significant events.
