A revealing historical and photographic tour of the homes of influential Civil War figures; including Robert E. Lee; Abraham Lincoln; Frederick Douglass; Clara Barton; Stonewall Jackson; and others.Timed to coincide with the 150th anniversary of the Civil War and a fitting sequel to Houses of the Presidents; HOUSES OF CIVIL WAR AMERICA takes readers into the daily lives of the most important historical figures in the nation-defining conflict. From modest abolitionist homes to the plantations of the antebellum south. Howard and Straus bring the most intimate moments of the war to life. With insightful narrative and gorgeous photography; HOUSES OF CIVIL WAR AMERICA demonstrates--through these landmark homes--the nation we were and the nation we became.
#9930 in Books Takaki; Ronald T. 2008-12-08Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.40 x 1.50 x 5.50l; 1.08 #File Name: 0316022365529 pagesPaperback cover
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A Passionate Inquiry into Minority CulturesBy Stephen J. MendoncaRonald Takaki has given us a rare survey of American history through the lens of multicultural dynamics. Students get a well-documented narrative together with a passionate inquiry into the evolution of America's minority cultures. The overarching purpose of the book is to understand; appreciate; and celebrate the rich social fabric of a nation that welcomed people from different shores unto itself. Good reading for anyone who wants an insight into the cultural layers that continue to define America; the haven of diversity and inclusiveness.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. An Informative Historical Look at the Roots of Modern Day Unconscious Biases in AmericaBy Joe SantanaThis book is an excellent source of information for people who want to round out their understanding of USA history with untold stories from the perspective of those who are seldom heard. Is it biased as other reviewers claim? Yes absolutely; but so is every other book written on American history since we and all these writers are humans and therefore inherently biased. This work essentially gives a third side to what is often presented as an equally biased two dimensional story with the Christian Anglo-European settlers as the completely untarnished heroes taking on savage natives and the paternalistic burden of caring for those so-called less civilized child-like people who are made to serve them. This book does not; in my opinion; take away from the bravery of these settlers and those among them who pushed west. It does provide; however; another important angle of insight into the human beings behind the caricatures. The only thing that I can think of that would have made this book even better is a more rounded presentation of all people characterized as the victims (They too certainly have more than one side). Overall; I believe the greatest value this book offers is a better understanding of the origins of certain unconscious biases held by all of us about race; religion; ethnicity and a host of other topics that still persist in our culture today.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. The hardback is the old version while the paperback is the newer editionBy HollyWhile I enjoyed the book greatly; beware of what format you are buying! This hardback version is an older version of the book and I needed the newest edition which is the paperback copy. That is why the hardback version is cheaper. The book is a great read; but I wish it was more clear indicating what version it was.
