Books Tell You Why, Inc.

First edition/first printing in Fine condition in about dust-jacket. SIGNED and dated 9/7/08 by author Alan Shapiro.

In Old War, Alan Shapiro tells the riveting story of one of the bloodiest and most controversial conflicts in American history: the Mexican War. More than fifty years after it ended, the Mexican War still resonates with Americans, provoking passionate debate about its merits. In this brilliantly written and deeply researched book, Shapiro brings to life the human cost of this conflict-the soldiers, their families, and the Native Americans who fought alongside them-and reveals the larger geopolitical context that led to it.

Shapiro takes us on a compelling journey from the turbulent days of Manifest Destiny to the Battle of Buena Vista, describing in vivid detail the fierce fighting on the frontier and the dramatic siege of Vera Cruz. He examines the complex politics of the era, exploring the motivations of both sides and the impact of the influx of thousands of new settlers into the region. He also examines the impact of the war on the United States, revealing the extent to which it changed the country and the role; 8vo; Signed by Author.

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