1863 leather set HISTORY OF THE CIVIL WAR illus ANTIQUE Abe Lincoln Union Battle

  

The History of the Civil War in America; Comprising a Full and Impartial Account of the Origin and Progress of the Rebellion, of the Various Naval and Military Engagements, of the Heroic Deeds Performed by Armies and Individuals, and of Touching Scenes in the Field, the Camp, the Hospital, and the Cabin (First Edition). Title: The History of the Civil War in America; Comprising a Full and Impartial Account of the Origin and Progress of the Rebellion, of the Various Naval and Military Engagements, of the Heroic Deeds Performed by Armies and Individuals, and of Touching Scenes in the Field, the Camp, the Hospital, and the Cabin (First Edition) Publication: New York: Ledyard Bill, 1863. New York: Ledyard Bill, 1863, 1866. Original leather, lettered in gilt.

Profusely Illustrated throughout, with maps, portraits, battle scenes, etc. Size: 9 3/4" x 7". Tight bindings; clean pages; spines somewhat sunned; chipping at head of volume 1. A great early history of the Civil War, spending a good deal of time on the cause of the conflict and the progress of the conspiracy. A comprehensive and interesting account, the author known for his picturesque language.

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