The Origins of the American Civil War
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The Origins of the American Civil War by Brian Holden Reid
The American Civil War (1861-65) was the bloodiest war of the nineteenth century and its impact continues to be felt today. It, and its origins have been studied more intensively than any other period in American history, yet it remains profoundly controversial. Brian Holden Reid's formidable volume is a major contribution to this ongoing historical debate. Based on a wealth of primary research, it examines every aspect of the origins of the conflict and addresses key questions such as was it an avoidable tragedy, or a necessary catharsis for a divided nation? How far was slavery the central issue? Why should the conflict have errupted into violence and why did it not escalate into world war?
'..excellent book' Times Literary Supplement 'A clear and relevant synthesis that provides an often subtle and nuanced understanding of the breakdown of a society into civil war' The International History Review
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| ISBN 13 | 9780582491786 |
| ISBN 10 | 0582491789 |
| Title | The Origins of the American Civil War |
| Author | Brian Holden Reid |
| Series | Origins Of Modern Wars |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Year published | 1996-08-13 |
| Number of pages | 456 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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