1892 Civil War New Orleans 1ed Benjamin Butler

1892 Civil War New Orleans 1ed Benjamin Butler Autobiography Illustrated MAPS

Known as ‘Beast’, Benjamin Butler was a major general in the Union army who is best remembered for directing the first Union expedition to the Gulf Coast. This command included the capture of New Orleans and various battles in the American south. This first edition biography of Butler features letters and correspondence from Butler in addition to the account of his life which he uses as a defense of himself against his critics detailing his victories and justifies or rationalizing his losses and mistakes.

This 1892 first edition by Thayer is illustrated with 125 engravings, maps, photogravures, and more!

Item number: #14050

Price: $499

BUTLER, Benjamin

Autobiography and personal reminiscences of Major-General Benj. F. Butler: Butler's book ... A review of his legal, political, and military career.

Boston: A.M. Thayer & Co., 1892. First edition.

Details:

Collation: Complete with all pages

1154, [4]

References: Larned 2127; Eicher 455

Language: English

Binding: Leather; tight and secure

Size: ~9.5in X 6.75in (24cm x 17cm)

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Condition Report: Excellent