Civil War Period (1850-1877) 1

**“A landmark book…Team of Rivals on steroids…It is hard to imagine that the year will bring forth a Lincoln book of more originality or consequence.” ーHarold Holzer, Wall Street Journal An eye-ope……続きを見る

Charles Waddell Chesnutt (1858–1932) was an African American writer, essayist, Civil Rights activist, legal-stenography businessman, and lawyer whose novels and short stories explore race, racism, a……続きを見る

In a series of columns published in the African American newspaper the Christian Recorder, the young, charismatic preacher Henry McNeal Turner described his experience of the Civil War, first from t……続きを見る

On a battlefield so littered with dead bodies that General Ulysses S. Grant said it would have been possible to walk across it in any direction without a foot touching the ground, the Union Army not……続きを見る

The American Civil War was a long and bloody conflict whose effects are still felt today in the United States. The descendants of the men who fought in the war continue to pay the fallen their respe……続きを見る

By the age of 26, John Wilkes Booth had achieved success on the stage. He had rugged good looks and the fame he craved. Yet that wasn't enough for the fanatical actor. On April 14, 1865, just a few ……続きを見る

Although he finds himself on the wrong side of history, Stonewall Jackson has become known as one of the American Civil War's most brilliant military strategists. His ride to acclaim was not easy; J……続きを見る

This one-stop reference work is a governors’ hall of fameーa compendium of information about the 51 men who have held the chief executive post since the opening of the Kansas Territory in 1854. Usin……続きを見る

From Appomattox to World War I, Black Americans continued their quest for a secure position in the American system. The problem was how to be both black and Americanーhow to find acceptance, or even……続きを見る

In "Brave Deeds of Union Soldiers," Samuel Scoville delivers a poignant account of the valor and sacrifices made by soldiers of the Union during the American Civil War. Scoville artfully intertwines……続きを見る

In 'My Days and Nights on the Battle-Field,' Charles Carleton Coffin provides a vivid and personal account of his experiences as a war correspondent during the American Civil War. Written in an enga……続きを見る

In "The 125th Regiment, Illinois Volunteer Infantry: Attention Battalion!" Robert M. Rogers meticulously chronicles the experiences of one of the Union Army's notable regiments during the Civil War.……続きを見る

In "The Campaign of Chancellorsville," Theodore Ayrault Dodge presents a comprehensive analysis of one of the Civil War's most pivotal battles, showcasing his expertise in military history and strat……続きを見る

In the evocative anthology 'Campfire and Battlefield,' readers are drawn into the rich narrative tapestry of war's grim realities and the quiet, reflective moments of camaraderie and introspection o……続きを見る

In "Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States," Raphael Semmes offers a profound and meticulously detailed account of his experiences as a commander in the Confederate Navy. Throu……続きを見る

In "The Creed of the Old South 1865-1915," Basil L. Gildersleeve offers a nuanced examination of Southern identity in the aftermath of the Civil War. Through a blend of historical analysis and liter……続きを見る

In "The Veteran and Other Stories of the Civil War," Stephen Crane employs his signature realist style to portray the harrowing experiences of soldiers amid the chaos of the American Civil War. This……続きを見る

In "Cannibals All! or, Slaves Without Masters," George Fitzhugh presents a provocative examination of society, labor, and freedom, positioning Southern slavery as a more humane and just system compa……続きを見る

In "Battle of the Crater; and Experiences of Prison Life," Sumner U. Shearman intertwines firsthand accounts of the pivotal Battle of the Crater with a poignant exploration of the realities faced by……続きを見る

The 'North vs. South Collection' is a vibrant tapestry woven with tales depicting the rich and tumultuous history of the American Civil War era. From daring escapades to poignant reflections, this a……続きを見る

In "Old Plantation Days: Being Recollections of Southern Life Before the Civil War," N. B. De Saussure artfully crafts a poignant and vivid portrayal of antebellum Southern society, drawing from his……続きを見る

In "Hospital Transports," Frederick Law Olmsted meticulously examines the logistical and emotional complexities of transporting wounded soldiers amidst the chaos of the Civil War. Written in a clear……続きを見る

In "Recollections of a Confederate Staff Officer," G. Moxley Sorrel offers an intimate and personal account of his experiences during the American Civil War as a member of General James Longstreet's……続きを見る

The 'American Civil War Collection' is a masterfully curated anthology that captures the multifaceted nature of the American Civil War era through a mosaic of narratives, ranging from military chron……続きを見る

In "A Boy Trooper with Sheridan," Stanton P. Allen presents a vivid and immersive account of the Civil War, articulated through the eyes of a young soldier. This historical fiction combines meticulo……続きを見る

A Rosetta Key For U.S. History: Renewal or Rigidification? This work explores a generational history from America's Colonial period to the United States of contemporary times. A novel historical app……続きを見る

Civil War Missouri stood at the crossroads of America. As the most Southern-leaning state in the Middle West, Missouri faced a unique dilemma. The state formed the gateway between east and west, as ……続きを見る

Abraham Lincoln's "State of the Union Addresses" is a profound collection of communications that underscore the nation's tumult during the Civil War era. Delivered with eloquence and gravitas, these……続きを見る

In "Lest We Forget: The Sisters of Providence of St. Mary-of-the-Woods in Civil War Service," Mary Theodosia Mug presents a meticulously researched account that delves into the pivotal role played b……続きを見る

"These records are taken from a diary kept during my service in the Confederate Army, under Generals Morgan and Bedford Forrest, and are, therefore, simply my personal experiences and recollections.……続きを見る