History of the Civil War (eBook)

James Ford Rhodes (Autor)

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2022
335 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654740130-8 (EAN)

Infos

James Ford Rhodes' "History of the Civil War" provides an exhaustive and nuanced examination of one of the most pivotal periods in American history. Written with a clear and engaging style, Rhodes employs a chronological narrative interspersed with rich details and firsthand accounts, allowing readers to grasp the complexities of the Civil War's political, social, and military dimensions. His meticulous research and use of primary sources contribute to a balanced perspective, framing the conflict not merely as a battle between the North and South but as a profound struggle that would shape the very fabric of the nation. Rhodes, a prominent American historian and journalist, brings to this work a commitment to clarity and scholarship honed through years of research and engagement with the political issues of his time. His upbringing in a post-Civil War America, alongside his experiences in journalism during the Reconstruction era, afforded him unique insights into the ongoing legacy of the Civil War, particularly in terms of race relations and national identity. For anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of the Civil War and its enduring impact on American society, Rhodes' "History of the Civil War" is an indispensable resource. Its combination of thorough analysis and compelling narrative makes it a vital addition to the libraries of historians, students, and general readers alike.

Autor

James Ford Rhodes (1848–1927) was an American industrialist and historian renowned for his comprehensive writings on the United States during the nineteenth century, with a special focus on the Civil War and Reconstruction eras. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Rhodes ultimately turned to the world of scholarship after finding success in business. His dedication to historical study was marked by a fervent commitment to objectivity and reliance on primary source documentation, a practice that was particularly notable in his magnum opus, the seven-volume 'History of the United States from the Compromise of 1850 to the McKinley-Bryan Campaign of 1896,' a seminal work that earned him a Pulitzer Prize in 1918. The most well-known among these volumes is 'History of the Civil War, 1861-1865' (1917), which remains a significant contribution to Civil War historiography. Rhodes' narrative approach and his dedication to detail reveal the literary style of the budding professional historiography of his time, characterized by a belief in the 'scientific history' movement, which advocated for history writing based on rigorous empirical evidence. His work reflects the transitional period in American historiography from a more romantic, narrative tradition to a professional scholarly practice.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Themenwelt: Geschichte ► Allgemeine Geschichte ► Neuzeit (bis 1918)
• Schlagworte: 1706-1790 • 19th century warfare • abolitionist movement literature • american civil war history • American History • American military conflicts • American Revolution • American Ulysses • Benjamin • Biography • Civil War battle tactics • civil war history • Civil War military leaders • civil war narrative • confederate army • Fierce Patriot • Franklin • historical accuracy • historical scholarship work • human impact narratives • human perspective • Immersion style • James Ford Rhodes author • Ken Follett • Literary precision • military strategy books • military strategy exploration • Nineteenth Century America • Obama • political conflict analysis • political dimensions • Primary Sources • Pulitzer prize-winning • Reconstruction era studies • Rhodes historical account • Rights of Men • scholarly research methods • Social Analysis • social implications study • Statesmen • The Operator • Union and Confederate armies • United States • U.S. history 1861-1865 • Washington