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Struggle for a vast future: The American Civil War

By James McPherson

Book information

Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing
Year
2016
ISBN
9781472822840, 9781846030116, 9781846032134
Language
english
Format
EPUB
Filesize
3 MB (2721140 bytes)
Pages
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Time added
2023-01-10 08:28:38
History; Military; Nonfiction; HIS027110; HIS03605

Description

Tearing apart a nation founded on ideals of liberty and union, the American Civil War saw some of the most bitter and bloody fighting that humankind has ever witnessed. The war changed America forever, shaping its future and determining its place in history. In this book 13 eminent historians discuss the origins of and legacy of a landmark conflict. Each chapter offers a fresh perspective on the key themes of the Civil War. Innovation in military and naval warfare, espionage, emancipation, personalities of the leaders both on and off the battlefield, and the home front are explored, painting a fascinating and comprehensive picture of America at war with itself.

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