Sketches of the Rise, Progress, and Decline of Secession; with a Narrative of Personal Adventures Among the Rebels

458 pages; 22 chapters; several pages of book ads by publisher; Pages and page edges foxed; ; slight warping and moisture stains on end papers; page edges darkened. String bound; Inside spine cease weakened but pages intact. Faded black hard cover with ornate designed border; gild lettering on spine; cover edges, corners and spine ends rubbed and cracked; some dscoloration spots; Outer spine hinges cracked. Portrait of author in oval frame on frontispiece with facsimile of his signature. Chapter contents include experiences among the rebels; the Southern Confederacy; ; recollections of his experiences in the North; positions of the border states; Aboltionists; the Spirit of Secession; Religious fervour; Secession clergymen; Election of Lincoln; War volunteers; , and many incidents occuring in various states, etc. A RARE VINTAGE COPY.