The Secession And Reconstruction Of Tennessee (1898) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163885666)

The Secession and Reconstruction of Tennessee is a historical book written by James Walter Fertig and originally published in 1898. The book provides a detailed account of Tennessee's political and social history during the American Civil War and its aftermath. Fertig specifically focuses on Tennessee's decision to secede from the Union and its subsequent reconstruction efforts.The book begins with an overview of Tennessee's political landscape leading up to the Civil War, including the state's strong ties to the Union and its gradual shift towards secession. Fertig then delves into the state's decision to secede and the subsequent military campaigns that took place on Tennessee soil.The second half of the book focuses on Tennessee's reconstruction efforts following the Civil War. Fertig discusses the challenges faced by the state during this time, including the struggle to rebuild its economy and the tension between former Confederates and Unionists. He also examines the impact of Reconstruction on Tennessee's political and social landscape, including the rise of the Ku Klux Klan and the eventual restoration of voting rights to African Americans.Overall, The Secession and Reconstruction of Tennessee provides a comprehensive and insightful look into one state's experience during one of the most tumultuous periods in American history.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: James Walter Fertig
ISBN-10: 1163885665
ISBN-13: 9781163885666
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 108
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.34lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.22d