The Civil War not only brought freedom to slaves; but it also brought military duty for many American blacks at the front lines of the warring armies. The drama of the military involvement of black soldiers comes to life in this volume. The extraordinary and virtually unknown documents in this book - written by slaves and masters; blacks and whites; soldiers and citizens - make vivid the monumental struggles of the 1860s. Drawn from the extensive records of the National Archives. this unprecedented written record came about through the intense involvement of Union and Confederate military officers and policy makers in the process of emancipation. The documents; together with the interpretive essays; offer a panoramic view of a central event in American history; as well as a unique look at revolutionary change in the day-to-day lives of men and women who experienced it.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. This is a wonderful book! For people who feel they know all ...By CustomerThis is a wonderful book! For people who feel they know all they need to know about Langston Hughes; these letters provide yet another slice of this writer's life. These letters that have been compiled by Evelyn Louise Crawford and Marylouise Patterson; the daughters of activist communist parents - Matt and Everlyn Crawford and William and Louise Patterson - African American members of the Communist Party. The letters span nearly 40 years and chronicles not only friendship but also a intimate look into radical Black politics. These are well selected letters to show the reader the humanity of the writers - including letters of Evelyn and Marylouise when they were children. I thoroughly enjoyed this book.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. An Important PerspectiveBy JazzfanThis work deserves a place on the shelves of those with an interest in African-American history and the history of the Black Left from the 1930s through the 1950s. Students of the Harlem Renaissance will recognize the names of authors and artists referenced by the letter writers. The work also underscores the unity between artists and activists of that era. And it provides a perspective of Langston Hughes and his close friends that reminds us of the high cost to artists who remain true to their values. Its pages brim with honesty and love.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy dianne audrick smithGreat personal and historical piece. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
