1861-1865

Follows the events of the Civil War from the first shots at Fort Sumter to the signing of the surrender at the Appomattox Court House.

Photos, oils, sketches, and engravings document the war, the struggles on the home front, the military men, statesmen, heroes, and those behind the scenes during the war.

A comprehensive guide to the issues, events, figures, and military engagements of the Civil War.

Presents a collection of observations of Abraham Lincoln by his former White House secretaries, John G. Nicolay and John Hay, who describe Lincoln's character, actions, and reputation while in office.

Traces Abraham Lincoln's moral and intellectual development in the context of his times and in contrast with the leading issues of the day, including slavery.

Contains 36 leaves of plates originally issued with a volume of narrative by Oxmoor House. Louis Kurz was asked by President Lincoln to visit scenes of action during the Civil War and record what he saw.

A study of the sixteenth president's evolution as a foreign policy leader explores his role in America's rise to a world power, analyzing six distinct episodes that defined his foreign policy stance and enabled him to maintain a careful balance during the war years.

Examines the events of 1864, the Lincoln versus McClellan election, and the U.S. Civil War battlefield campaigns of Generals Grant and Sherman.

Presents a narrative history that brings together the ideals of both Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass; and discusses the central issues of slavery, race, and equality in Civil War America.

A biography of America's sixteenth president that follows Lincoln's life and political career, his White House years, his personal struggles during the Civil War, and his efforts to end slavery.