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Book Synopsis: The #1 bestseller that tells the remarkable story of the generations of American artists, writers, and doctors who traveled to Paris, fell in love with the city and its people, and changed America through what they learned, told by America's master historian, David McCullough.
Not all pioneers went west. In The Greater Journey, David McCullough tells the enthralling, inspiring—and until now, untold—story of the adventurous American artists, writers, doctors, politicians, and others who set off for Paris in the years between 1830 and 1900, hungry to learn and to excel in their work. What they achieved would profoundly alter American history.
Elizabeth Blackwell, the first female doctor in America, was one of this intrepid band. Another was Charles Sumner, whose encounters with black students at the Sorbonne inspired him to become the most powerful voice for abolition in the US Senate. Friends James Fenimore Cooper and Samuel F. B. Morse worked unrelentingly every day in Paris, Morse not only painting what would be his masterpiece, but also bringing home his momentous idea for the telegraph. Harriet Beecher Stowe traveled to Paris to escape the controversy generated by her book, Uncle Tom's Cabin.
Three of the greatest American artists ever—sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens, painters Mary Cassatt and John Singer Sargent—flourished in Paris, inspired by French masters. Almost forgotten today, the heroic American ambassador Elihu Washburne bravely remained at his post through the Franco-Prussian War, the long Siege of Paris, and the nightmare of the Commune. His vivid diary account of the starvation and suffering endured by the people of Paris is published here for the first time.
Telling their stories with power and intimacy, McCullough brings us into the lives of remarkable men and women who, in Saint-Gaudens' phrase, longed “to soar into the blue.” Read more
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Step into the captivating world of 19th century Paris with "The Greater Journey: Americans in Paris". This #1 bestseller by David McCullough takes you on an incredible journey through the lives of American artists, writers, doctors, politicians, and more, who flocked to Paris to gain inspiration and knowledge. With McCullough's exceptional storytelling skills, you'll uncover the untold stories of these courageous individuals who forever changed American history.
Discover the incredible achievements made by these American pioneers. Elizabeth Blackwell, the trailblazing first female doctor in America, found her inspiration in the vibrant streets of Paris. Charles Sumner, inspired by his interactions with black students at the Sorbonne, became a powerful voice for abolition in the US Senate. James Fenimore Cooper and Samuel F. B. Morse devoted themselves to their crafts in Paris, with Morse not only creating his masterpiece, but also conceptualizing the revolutionary telegraph. Harriet Beecher Stowe sought solace in Paris amid the controversies surrounding her groundbreaking novel, "Uncle Tom's Cabin". And let's not forget the artistic brilliance of Augustus Saint-Gaudens, Mary Cassatt, and John Singer Sargent, who found their muse in the creative haven of Paris.
But it wasn't just the success stories that shaped the legacy of Americans in Paris. Elihu Washburne, the courageous American ambassador, stood strong during times of war and turmoil. His firsthand diary account of the suffering endured by the people of Paris during the Franco-Prussian War and the Commune offers a unique perspective on history.
Through McCullough's masterful narrative, you'll be transported back in time, feeling the yearning of these remarkable men and women to "soar into the blue". Immerse yourself in their captivating stories and gain a deeper understanding of the profound impact they had on American society.
Are you ready to embark on "The Greater Journey: Americans in Paris"? Don't miss out on this enthralling tale that will broaden your horizons and ignite your imagination. Experience the power of history through David McCullough's words today.
Get your copy of "The Greater Journey: Americans in Paris" now and embark on an unforgettable adventure with America's master historian.
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