Books Tell You Why, Inc.

A smart first Thus/first printing in Very Good+ condition with minor bumping to bottom edge and upper and lower spine, moderate page edge soiling, and gift inscription from previous owner to front flyleaf in Fine dust-jacket with minor edgewear.

This book is a compilation of essays about black writers and the American Civil War. The essays cover a variety of topics, including the role of black writers in the war effort, the impact of the war on black communities, and the legacy of the war for black writers. This book is an important addition to the literature on the Civil War and black writers, and it will be of interest to students and scholars of American history, African American history, and literature.; 8vo ; 370 pages.

Price: $40.00