The Civil War and the Constitution 1859-1865; v. 1

This seminal work on the relationship between the American Civil War and the Constitution is a must-read for historians, legal scholars, and anyone interested in the history of the United States. Author John William Burgess, a leading constitutional scholar of his time, provides a comprehensive analysis of the legal and political issues that shaped the conflict and the nation. With meticulous scholarship and incisive analysis, this book is a classic of American history and a brilliant exploration of a defining moment in American life.

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