The Light And Dark Of The Rebellion (1863)

The Light And Dark Of The Rebellion is a historical book written by Charles Edwards Lester in 1863. The book is a comprehensive account of the American Civil War, which took place between 1861 and 1865. The author presents an unbiased and detailed analysis of the causes, events, and consequences of the war, which pitted the Northern and Southern states against each other.Lester's book is divided into two parts, the light, and the dark, which represent the positive and negative aspects of the war. The light section focuses on the noble ideals and principles that motivated the Union soldiers to fight for the abolition of slavery and preservation of the Union. The author highlights the bravery, sacrifice, and heroism of the Northern soldiers who fought for a just cause.The dark section of the book, on the other hand, delves into the negative aspects of the war, such as the brutality, suffering, and destruction that it caused. The author narrates the horrors of the battlefield, the cruelty of the slave trade, and the social and economic upheaval that the war brought upon the nation.Overall, The Light And Dark Of The Rebellion is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Civil War. The book provides a balanced and insightful perspective on one of the most significant events in American history, and it remains relevant to this day.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.