Charles A. Dana

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Recollections of the Civil War (eBook, ePUB)

With the Leader at Washington and in the Field in the Sixties

Beschreibung

As the Civil War seemed to spin out of control, President Lincoln sought more insight into the conditions on the front lines. Because he did not have full confidence in the controversial approach that General Grant had taken, Lincoln sent renowned journalist Charles Dana to keep an eye on things and report back. Recollections of the Civil War offers Dana's account of what transpired, differing in several key aspects from "e;official"e; accounts.

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Charles Anderson Dana (1819-1897) was an influential American journalist, editor, and author, renowned for his tenure as an Assistant Secretary of War during the tumultuous years of the Civil War. Dana's career spanned various fields, including journalism, politics, and government, reflecting a deep commitment to public service and is best characterized by his work at the New York Tribune and later the New York Sun. However, it is through his book, 'Recollections of the Civil War', where Dana offers a retrospective and personal account of his experiences and observations during one of the most defining periods of American history. His narrative is not just a series of historical events but is imbued with the human experiences and challenges faced during the era. As a close advisor to Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton, Dana provided critical insights into the inner workings of the Union war effort. His distinct literary style combines a reporter's attention to facts with a historian's sense of significance, giving readers a comprehensive and engaging picture of the Civil War. His contributions to American literature and journalism have left an indelible mark on the portrayal and understanding of this critical epoch in the nation's past.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: The Floating Press
• Seitenzahl: 252
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Juli 2014
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781776584895
• Artikelnr.: 41352677