The Civil War
- Paperback
96 pages
- Release Date
1 September 2001
Summary
This book covers the pivotal events leading up to, during, and after the war. Beginning with the election of Abraham Lincoln, the secession of southern states from the Union and the bombing of Fort Sumter, the country enters into an all-out war. A detailed account of each of the major battles is included as well as concise descriptions of key political people, issues, and events, including: the Emancipation Proclamation, Lincoln’s assassination, the economy, and the lasting effects of the war upon the former slaves.
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780912517506 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0912517506 |
| Author: | Marty Jezer |
| Publisher: | Sourcebooks, Inc |
| Imprint: | Sourcebooks Fire |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 96 |
| Release Date: | 1 September 2001 |
| Weight: | 172g |
| Dimensions: | 6mm x 156mm x 231mm |
| Series: | The Making of America |
| Audience Age: | 12-17 |
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Marty Jezer
Marty Jezer was born in Bronx, NY and holds a degree in History from Lafayette College. He is the author of several books including:
- The Making of America: Opening of the Western Frontier (2001)
- Abbie Hoffman: American Rebel (1992)
- Rachel Carson: Biologist and Author (1988)
- The Dark Ages, Life in the United States 1945-1960 (1982)
- Power for the People, A Pictorial History of the Nonviolent Movement in America (1978)
He also writes a weekly newspaper column for the Brattleboro Reformer in which he often covers historical events and people.
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