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"The History of the Civil War in America" — First Edition — Volumes I (1863) and II (1866)

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A limited first edition of The History of the Civil War in America. By John Stevens Cabot Abbotts. Published by Ledyard Bill, New York. Volume I: 1863 and Volume II: 1866.

Written and published during the war, this would have been read as news rather than history. With Abbott's colorful narrative style, it reads like a lively popular account. Extremely detailed, with many maps, diagrams, portraits, and battle scenes.

The full 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 the Touching Scenes in the Field, the Camp, the Hospital, and the Cabin.

Below the title: "Illustrated with maps, diagrams, and numerous steel engravings of battle scenes, from original designs by Harley, and other eminent artists, and portraits of distinguished men."

Volume I: 507 pp

Volume II: 629 pp

Size: 9.75" x 6.75"

Shipping: $15. Please allow one week for shipping.

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