Publisher's Synopsis
The Civil War Through the Camera is a historical book written by Henry W. Elson that provides a detailed account of the American Civil War. The book is a collection of photographs taken during the war, along with informative captions and descriptions. The photographs capture the reality of the war, including the soldiers, battles, and the impact on civilians. The book covers the events leading up to the war, the major battles, and the aftermath. It also includes biographical information about key figures in the war, such as Abraham Lincoln and Robert E. Lee. The book provides a unique perspective on the war, as it allows readers to see the events through the eyes of those who were there. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, photography, or the Civil War.1912. Hundreds of vivid photographs actually taken in Civil War times. Sixteen reproductions of Famous War Paintings. With The New Text History. From bombardment of Fort Sumter to the Union Cavalry's triumphant victory parade down Pennsylvania Avenue, here is America's bloodiest and most dramatic struggle captured for eternity in hundreds of photographs and penetrating commentary. No historical narrative could, on its own, convey the grim bitterness and waste of this divisive war more graphically than these early photographs.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
