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Edwin McMasters Stanton: The Autocrat Of Rebellion, Emancipation And Reconstruction

Edwin McMasters Stanton: The Autocrat Of Rebellion, Emancipation And Reconstruction

Flower, Frank Abial

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Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesCivil War Period (1850-1877)

ISBN10: 1163118117
ISBN13: 9781163118115
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 442
Weight: 1.66
Height: 0.90 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
Edwin McMasters Stanton: The Autocrat Of Rebellion, Emancipation And Reconstruction is a biography written by Frank Abial Flower. The book explores the life and career of Edwin McMasters Stanton, who served as the Secretary of War under Presidents Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson during the American Civil War and the period of Reconstruction that followed.The book delves into Stanton's upbringing, education, and early career as a lawyer before delving into his role as Secretary of War during the Civil War. Flower examines Stanton's relationship with Lincoln, including their disagreements and the pivotal role that Stanton played in the Union's victory.The book also explores Stanton's role in the Emancipation Proclamation and the Reconstruction of the South after the war. Flower examines Stanton's contentious relationship with President Johnson, including his eventual impeachment, as well as his efforts to protect the civil rights of newly freed slaves.Throughout the book, Flower provides a detailed portrait of Stanton's personality, including his strong will, quick temper, and legendary work ethic. The book also includes numerous anecdotes and quotes from Stanton himself, providing insight into his mindset and motivations.Overall, Edwin McMasters Stanton: The Autocrat Of Rebellion, Emancipation And Reconstruction offers a comprehensive look at one of the most important figures of the Civil War and Reconstruction eras.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.

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