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Inside The White House In War Times (1890)

Inside The White House In War Times (1890)

Stoddard, William O.
Beard, Dan

Hardcover

Presidents & Heads of StateGeneral Military HistoryUnited States Politics

ISBN10: 1164737716
ISBN13: 9781164737711
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 250
Weight: 1.18
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Inside The White House In War Times is a book written by William O. Stoddard and first published in 1890. The book provides a detailed account of the happenings inside the White House during the Civil War, particularly during the presidency of Abraham Lincoln. Stoddard, who was a personal secretary to Lincoln, offers a unique perspective on the events that took place during this tumultuous period in American history.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of life inside the White House during the war. Stoddard discusses the various challenges that Lincoln faced as he tried to lead the country through the conflict, including political opposition, military setbacks, and personal tragedies. He also provides insight into the daily routines of the president and his family, as well as the staff and servants who worked in the White House.Throughout the book, Stoddard draws on his own experiences and observations to provide a vivid and engaging portrait of life inside the White House during the Civil War. He describes the personalities and quirks of various members of the president's inner circle, including his wife Mary Todd Lincoln, his advisors, and his military commanders. He also provides detailed accounts of key events such as the Emancipation Proclamation and the Gettysburg Address.Overall, Inside The White House In War Times is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in American history, particularly the Civil War era. Stoddard's first-hand account provides a unique perspective on the presidency of Abraham Lincoln and the challenges he faced during one of the most turbulent periods in American history.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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