The Valley of the Shadows

The Valley of the Shadows: The Coming of the Civil War in Lincoln's Midwest is a historical account written by Francis Grierson. The book provides a comprehensive look at the events leading up to the Civil War in the Midwest region of the United States during the presidency of Abraham Lincoln. Grierson's account takes readers on a journey through the political and social climate of the time, exploring the tensions between North and South and the challenges faced by Lincoln as he attempted to navigate the country through this tumultuous period. The book is based on contemporary accounts and primary sources, providing a detailed and nuanced perspective on the events of the time. Grierson's writing style is engaging and accessible, making this book an excellent choice for both history buffs and casual readers interested in learning more about this pivotal moment in American history. Overall, The Valley of the Shadows is a must-read for anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the causes and consequences of the Civil War, and the role played by the Midwest in shaping the outcome of this critical period in American history.1909. Introduction by Theodore Spencer. From the Preface: This book is not a novel, but the recollections of scenes and episodes of my early life in Illinois and Missouri, the writing of which has been a labour of love. A cosmopolitan life in the different capitals of Europe during a period of forty years has not sufficed to alienate the romance and memory of those wonderful times. In looking back I have come to the conclusion that the power displayed by the most influential preachers and politicians of the ante-bellum days in Illinois was a power emanating from the spiritual side of life, and I have done my best to depict the silences that belonged to the prairies, for out of those silences came the voices of preacher and prophet and a host of workers and heroes in the great War of Secession. In 1863 President Lincoln issued his famous proclamation for the emancipation of the slaves, and with it the old order passed away never to return.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.