The History of North America Volume 16: The Reconstruction Period is a book written by Peter Joseph Hamilton and was originally published in 1905. This book is a detailed account of the Reconstruction Period in the United States of America, which occurred after the Civil War. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the political, social, and economic changes that took place during this period, including the end of slavery, the reintegration of Confederate states into the Union, and the birth of the civil rights movement. The book also covers the major events and figures of the Reconstruction era, such as the impeachment of President Andrew Johnson, the rise of the Ku Klux Klan, and the election of Ulysses S. Grant. Hamilton's writing style is engaging and informative, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.