War: A Poem, with Copious Notes, Founded on the Revolution of 1861-62, (Up to the Battles Before Richmond, Inclusive) (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

John Hill Hewitt

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331870991 ISBN 13: 9780331870992

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

War: A Poem, With Copious Notes, Founded on the Revolution of 1861-62 presents a sweeping, verse‑driven account of the Civil War’s early campaigns, blending lyrical reflections with concise historical notes.

The collection moves from the outbreak of hostilities through major engagements, capturing the mood, courage, and cost of those years as seen through soldierly eyes and veteran voices.

The book pairs dramatic battlefield scenes with personal portraits—young volunteers, mothers, and veterans—to convey the theater of war while grounding it in real events. It offers vivid, accessible verse that invites readers to feel the turmoil, pride, and sorrow of a nation at war, without delving into fictional prose or speculative details.

• Evocative battle tableaux that bring early Civil War conflicts to life through poetry
• Historical notes that frame the poems with context and key dates
• Portraits of families, communities, and soldiers, highlighting sacrifice and resolve
• A moving, steady pace designed for readers seeking a literary account of the era

Ideal for readers who want a historical, verse‑based glimpse into the beginnings of the Civil War and its human cost.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331870991
• ISBN 13: 9780331870992
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 87