The History of the Confederate War, Its Causes and Its Conduct, Volume 1 (of 2) A Narrative and Critical History

"The History of the Confederate War, Its Causes and Its Conduct, Volume 1 (of 2)" by George Cary Eggleston is a historical work chronicling the American Civil War, meticulously examining the conflict's origins, pivotal occurrences, and far-reaching impacts through the lens of the Confederate states, seeking to respectfully portray both perspectives of the era; the book lays out the intricate factors leading to the war focusing on slavery, regional tensions, and the era’s political landscape; it also underscores the sheer size and impact of the war fought from 1861 to 1865, noting the millions involved and the enormous losses suffered by both sides; it showcases the war's lasting importance regarding monumental transitions within the country, encompassing social norms, politics, and the economy; it introduces the idea that war was in fact a revolution and independence pursuit by the Southern states, further presenting the extensive social turbulence following the war's end.