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This collection of essays by the renowned historian William Archibald Dunning examines the political, economic, and social forces that shaped the American Civil War and its aftermath. Dunning provides a nuanced and insightful analysis of the key issues and debates of the period, including slavery, states' rights, and the role of the federal government. He also explores the challenges of Reconstruction and the efforts to rebuild the shattered nation.
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