Our Country and Its Cause: A Discourse, Preached October 2d, 1864, in the South Presbyterian Church, of Brooklyn (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Samuel T. Spear

9780428981006: Our Country and Its Cause: A Discourse, Preached October 2d, 1864, in the South Presbyterian Church, of Brooklyn (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0428981003 ISBN 13: 9780428981006

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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A stirring Civil War-era sermon on duty, unity, and the fate of a nation.

This non-fiction work presents a 1864 discourse preached in Brooklyn, arguing the government’s authority, the moral stakes of war, and the path to national restoration from a constitutional and religious perspective.

In brisk, accessible language, the speaker defends the national government, explains the war as a necessary response to rebellion, and weighs the political choices facing the country during a pivotal election. The address weighs the roles of presidents, Congress, and military leaders, and it links liberty with the pursuit of a stronger, united nation.

Explains why the government should be obeyed and defended during wartime
Quotes military leaders and political figures to illuminate public duty
Discusses the stakes of slavery, union, and constitutional authority
Offers guidance for citizens deciding how to vote and participate in politics

Ideal for readers of Civil War history, 19th‑century religious or political sermons, and anyone exploring how Americans framed duty and unity during a national crisis.

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