The Brothers' War by John C. Reed

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Author Reed, John C. (John Calvin), 1836-1910
LoC No. 05037134
Title The Brothers' War
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Summary "The Brothers' War" by John C. Reed is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the causes and consequences of the American Civil War, specifically focusing on the sectional conflicts between the North and the South over the issue of slavery. Through detailed analysis and a critical approach to both sides of the war, Reed attempts to develop an understanding of how these contrasting perspectives contributed to the eventual conflict. The opening of the book presents a preface where the author expresses his intent to clarify the complexities surrounding the Civil War and encourages readers to shed biases. Reed discusses the economic, political, and social factors that fueled tensions between the two regions, emphasizing the inherent contradictions in attitudes toward slavery by both Northern and Southern leaders. His reflections suggest a desire for reconciliation and understanding between the warring factions, laying a foundation for the subsequent chapters to delve deeper into the intricate dynamics that led to the war. Reed aims to present a balanced view that invites thoughtful discussion on the contentious issues of race, governance, and national identity in America. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865)
Subject United States -- Politics and government -- 1861-1865
Subject Slavery -- United States
Subject United States -- Race relations
Category Text
EBook-No. 37890
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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