The Demon of Unrest
A Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War
What's it about
Ever wonder how a nation on the brink of greatness could suddenly collapse into a bloody civil war? Uncover the shocking five-month period between Abraham Lincoln's election and the first shots at Fort Sumter, a time filled with political blunders, hubris, and missed opportunities. You'll explore the fatal indecision, the secret plots, and the personal dramas that pushed America to its breaking point. Discover the key figures whose actions—or inaction—sealed the nation's fate, and learn the critical lessons about leadership and division that still echo today. This isn't just history; it's a chilling look at how easily a country can unravel.
Meet the author
Erik Larson is the 1 New York Times bestselling author of nine acclaimed books, renowned for his mastery of narrative nonfiction that brings history to vivid, cinematic life. A former staff writer for The Wall Street Journal and TIME magazine, Larson excels at finding the intimate human stories within epic historical events. His meticulous research and compelling storytelling transform the past into a present-tense thriller, as seen in his gripping account of the fraught months leading to the American Civil War.
What's it about
Ever wonder how a nation on the brink of greatness could suddenly collapse into a bloody civil war? Uncover the shocking five-month period between Abraham Lincoln's election and the first shots at Fort Sumter, a time filled with political blunders, hubris, and missed opportunities. You'll explore the fatal indecision, the secret plots, and the personal dramas that pushed America to its breaking point. Discover the key figures whose actions—or inaction—sealed the nation's fate, and learn the critical lessons about leadership and division that still echo today. This isn't just history; it's a chilling look at how easily a country can unravel.
Meet the author
Erik Larson is the 1 New York Times bestselling author of nine acclaimed books, renowned for his mastery of narrative nonfiction that brings history to vivid, cinematic life. A former staff writer for The Wall Street Journal and TIME magazine, Larson excels at finding the intimate human stories within epic historical events. His meticulous research and compelling storytelling transform the past into a present-tense thriller, as seen in his gripping account of the fraught months leading to the American Civil War.
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