The Genesis Of The Civil War: The Story Of Sumter 1860-1861 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163124512)

The Genesis of the Civil War: The Story of Sumter 1860-1861 is a historical book written by Samuel Wylie Crawford. The book details the events leading up to the start of the American Civil War, with a particular focus on the attack on Fort Sumter in 1861. The author provides a detailed account of the political and social tensions that existed between the North and the South during this time, including the debates over slavery, states' rights, and the election of Abraham Lincoln. Crawford also delves into the military preparations made by both sides in the lead-up to the conflict, and the role that Fort Sumter played in the outbreak of hostilities. The book is well-researched and provides a comprehensive overview of the events that led to one of the most significant conflicts in American history. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the Civil War and the factors that contributed to its genesis.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Samuel Wylie Crawford
ISBN-10: 1163124516
ISBN-13: 9781163124512
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 512
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.49lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.03d