In 'Recollections of a Varied Life,' George Cary Eggleston casts a reflective gaze upon the mosaic of experiences that shaped his journey. The memoir serves as a tapestry woven with the threads of a postbellum American setting, reflecting the societal transformations of his time. The narrative, rich in anecdote and suffused with a charming blend of wit and sincerity, delves into life in the afterm...