Publisher's Synopsis
""Destruction and Reconstruction: Personal Experiences of the Late War"" is a book written by Richard Taylor and published in 1879. The book is a memoir of Taylor's personal experiences during the American Civil War, which he fought in as a Confederate army officer. In the book, Taylor provides a detailed account of the battles he fought in, including the First and Second Battles of Bull Run, the Battle of Fredericksburg, and the Battle of Chickamauga. He also discusses the political and social issues that led to the outbreak of the war, as well as the aftermath of the conflict.Taylor's writing style is engaging and vivid, bringing the reader into the heart of the action. He is also highly critical of the Union army and government, and his book provides a unique perspective on the war from a Confederate point of view.Overall, ""Destruction and Reconstruction"" is an important historical document that sheds light on the personal experiences of a Confederate soldier during one of the most tumultuous periods in American history.This scarce antiquarian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.