After The War

After The War: A Southern Tour, May, 1865 To May, 1866 is a non-fiction book written by Whitelaw Reid in 1866. The book is a detailed account of Reid's travels through the Southern United States during the period immediately following the end of the American Civil War. Reid was a journalist and editor for the New York Tribune, and his book provides a firsthand look at the devastation and social upheaval that characterized the South in the aftermath of the war. Reid's tour took him through Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas. He observed the destruction of cities and towns, the displacement of people, and the efforts of the federal government to rebuild the region. Reid also interviewed many Southern leaders, including former Confederate generals and politicians, and reported on their attitudes towards the war and its aftermath. The book is notable for its frank and often critical tone. Reid was a strong supporter of the Union cause and was deeply committed to the abolition of slavery. He was critical of Southern leaders who he felt were still resistant to change and unwilling to accept the new reality of a post-war United States. Overall, After The War: A Southern Tour, May, 1865 To May, 1866 is a valuable historical document that provides insight into a pivotal moment in American history. Reid's observations and reporting offer a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities that faced the nation as it sought to rebuild and reunite after the Civil War.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.