Marty Jezer

The Making of America: the Civil War Marty Jezer

A remarkable addition to The Making of America Series from Bluewood Books, The Civil War chronicles a decisive period of time in the history of the United States. 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. Each title in The Making of America Series features a "Where to Go" section that brings the past into the present by offering a wide variety of museums and historic sites where readers can see where many of the events in the book actually took place.