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Discover Erik Larson's gripping account of the months leading to the Civil War in "The Demon of Unrest." Download the ePub now at Library Digital Pantheon.

 

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The Demon of Unrest by Erik Larson

 

Plot Overview:

Erik Larson's "The Demon of Unrest" provides a riveting exploration of the tumultuous five months between Abraham Lincoln's election and the start of the Civil War. This #1 New York Times bestseller brings to life the chaotic events and personal struggles that shaped one of the most pivotal periods in American history.

 

Why Read "The Demon of Unrest":

  • Historical Insight: Offers a detailed examination of the critical months leading to the Civil War.
  • Master Storytelling: Erik Larson's narrative brings historical events to life with compelling detail.
  • Complex Characters: Provides in-depth portraits of key figures like Abraham Lincoln, Major Robert Anderson, and Mary Boykin Chesnut.
  • Critical Acclaim: Praised by major publications like The Wall Street Journal and Los Angeles Times.

 

Plot Summary:

Lincoln's Election: On November 6, 1860, Abraham Lincoln narrowly wins the presidency in a deeply divided nation. His election triggers a series of events that push the country towards disunion.

 

Rising Tensions: As Southern states begin to secede, Lincoln finds himself powerless to halt the dissolution of the Union. The conflict, fueled by the issue of slavery, comes to a head at Fort Sumter in Charleston Harbor.

 

Key Figures:

  • Major Robert Anderson: The commander of Fort Sumter, torn between his Southern sympathies and loyalty to the Union.
  • Edmund Ruffin: A radical secessionist who fans the flames of rebellion.
  • Mary Boykin Chesnut: A planter's wife who grapples with her conflicting views on marriage and slavery.
  • Abraham Lincoln: The overwhelmed president-elect, struggling to prevent an inevitable war.

 

Personal Struggles: Larson delves into the personal lives and inner conflicts of these historical figures, revealing their fears, ambitions, and the tragic miscommunications that escalated the crisis.

 

Suspenseful Narrative: The book captures the suspense and uncertainty of the period, drawing on diaries, secret communiques, and historical records to provide a vivid and engaging account.

 

Themes:

  • Political Conflict: The deep divisions within the country and the political maneuvers that led to war.
  • Slavery and Morality: The moral and ethical dilemmas surrounding slavery and its impact on the nation.
  • Leadership Under Pressure: Lincoln's leadership during a time of unprecedented crisis.

 

What Readers Are Saying:

“A feast of historical insight and narrative verve . . . This is Erik Larson at his best, enlivening even a thrice-told tale into an irresistible thriller.”—The Wall Street Journal

“A riveting reexamination of a nation in tumult.”—Los Angeles Times

 

Download "The Demon of Unrest" in ePub format now at Library Digital Pantheon and immerse yourself in the suspense-filled history of the months leading to the Civil War.

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    • Categories:History - American Studies
    • Year:2024
    • Publisher:Crown
    • Language:English
    • Pages:592
    • ISBN 10:0385348746
    • ISBN 13:9780385348744
    • File:EPUB, 2.82 MB

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