Publisher's Synopsis
The Outbreak of Rebellion by John G. Nicolay is a historical account of the events leading up to the American Civil War. The book details the political, social, and economic factors that contributed to the outbreak of the rebellion, including the issue of slavery, states' rights, and the election of Abraham Lincoln. Nicolay, who served as President Lincoln's private secretary, provides a unique perspective on the events leading up to the war. The book is divided into three parts, with the first part examining the events leading up to the secession of the southern states, the second part detailing the early stages of the war, and the third part covering the final stages of the conflict. The Outbreak of Rebellion is a comprehensive and detailed account of one of the most significant events in American history.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.