The Magazine of History, Vol. 22: With Notes and Queries (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

William Abbatt

 
9780282629014: The Magazine of History, Vol. 22: With Notes and Queries (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Rare Canadian tribute to Lincoln plus a treasury of Civil War-era history and essays.

This 1928 issue of The Magazine of History with Notes and Queries gathers thoughtful retrospective pieces, including a Canadian tribute to Abraham Lincoln and side-by-side contents that pair memorial addresses with vivid battlefield and naval accounts. The edition also features curated notes and select reprints that illuminate the era’s people, places, and moments.

This collection frames the lasting impact of Lincoln and other key moments in American history, offering both scholarly context and accessible storytelling. Readers will find a blend of sermon excerpts, genealogical and archival notes, and narrative selections that bring 19th‑century history to life, with a emphasis on the lived experiences behind the pages of history.
  • Maple Leaves from Canada: a memorial address and sermon on Lincoln, with prefatory notes and historical life sketch.
  • Relics of Lincoln and discussions on Lincoln’s spirituality, plus Caleb Haskell’s diary (1775–76).
  • The Cruise of the U.S. flagship Hartford: firsthand excerpts from naval operations and campaign movements.
  • Addresses on Texas independence and contextual documents that illuminate antebellum political life.
Ideal for history buffs, students of the Civil War era, and readers who enjoy primary-source‑style narratives and period journalism presented with modern reflection.

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Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018