A Sketch of the History of the United States from Independence to Secession

By John Malcolm Forbes LudlowThomas HughesJ.M. Ludlow, et al.

Book Overview

""A Sketch of the History of the United States from Independence to Secession; To Which is Added The Struggle for Kansas"" is a historical book written by J.M. Ludlow in 1862. The book covers the period of American history from the country's independence in 1776 to the secession of the southern states in 1861. The author provides a detailed account of the events that led to the American Revolution, the drafting of the Constitution, and the growth of the nation. In addition, the book also focuses on the struggle for Kansas, which was a significant event in the years leading up to the Civil War. The author describes the conflict between pro-slavery and anti-slavery forces in Kansas and how it contributed to the tensions that eventually led to the outbreak of the Civil War. Overall, ""A Sketch of the History of the United States from Independence to Secession; To Which is Added The Struggle for Kansas"" is a comprehensive and informative book that provides readers with a detailed understanding of the events that shaped American history during this critical period.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163915971
• ISBN13: 9781163915974
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 430 Pages
• Weight: 1.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"