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Book SynopsisFeatures the Civil War and reconstruction that took place in American history.
Trade ReviewThese essays offer important insights on the Civil War and Reconstruction through the experiences of a remarkable variety of individuals, from generals to housewives, whose lives were profoundly affected by the war and its aftermath. Making clear that history is, fundamentally, about people, this book will delight as well as inform the reader. -- James M. McPherson, Princeton University
This satisfying collage of real people in the crucible of war reminds us that whatever its overarching political and economic imperatives, the greatest 'force' in history wears a human face. Private soldiers and generals, rabid rebels and Southern unionists, politicians and preachers, all appear in this treasury of personal triumphs and tragedies. Their experiences, packed with genuine drama, provide a thoroughly rewarding perspective on turbulent times. -- Daniel E. Sutherland, University of Arkansas, author of A Savage Conflict: The Decisive Role of Guerrillas in the American Civil War
A marvelous and worthwhile compendium. The Human Tradition in the Civil War and Reconstruction sheds light onto some previously dimly lit corners. I am particularly engrossed and much instructed by the essays on secondary and lower-echelon fighting men, women, potent politicians, and a religious figure of great note and import. -- Herman M. Hattaway, University of Missouri-Kansas City
Illuminates the human dimension of the Civil War and sheds light into some previously dimly lit corners. * Educational Book Review *
This engaging collection of essays illuminates the human dimension of the Civil War era. . . . This book is ideal for assignment in undergraduate courses. -- Joan E. Cashin, Ohio State University, author of Our Common Affairs, Texts from Women in Old South
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Sergeant Peter Welsh: 'Is That Not Worth Fighting For?' Chapter 3 Winfield Scott Hancock: 'The Knightly Corps Commander' Chapter 4 Richard S. Ewell: Stonewall's Successor Chapter 5 Raphael Semmes: Rebel Seadog Chapter 6 Charles Henry Foster: A Unionist in Confederate North Carolina Chapter 7 General Francis Nicholls: 'A Brave Soldier Whose Life Was One Long Battle' Chapter 8 Anna Dickinson: Abolitionist Orator Chapter 9 LaSalle Corbell Pickett: 'What Happened To Me' Chapter 10 Prince Felix and Princess Agnes Salm-Salm: Civil War Royalty Chapter 11 Lucy Virginia French: 'Out of the Bitterness of My Heart' Chapter 12 Charles Grandison Finney and American Religion in the Civil War: 'Our Horrid War' Chapter 13 John Sherman: Republican Senator Chapter 14 Robert Smalls: 'I Stand Here the Equal of Any Man' Chapter 15 Willis Augustus Hodges: 'We Are Now Coming to New Things' Chapter 16 Suggestions for Further Reading Chapter 17 Index
