Love And War
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Love and War chronicles the tumultuous lives of two prominent American families, the Hazards of Pennsylvania and the Mains of South Carolina, as their destinies intertwine amidst the escalating tensions leading to the American Civil War. This sweeping historical saga vividly portrays the deep divisions and personal sacrifices demanded by a nation torn asunder, presenting a dramatic narrative filled with passion, betrayal, and unwavering loyalty. The narrative illustrates the profound impact of the conflict on individuals from all walks of life, from the battlefields to the home front, detailing the ideological clashes that defined an era. Jakes masterfully captures the grandeur and tragedy of 19th-century America, arguing for the enduring human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity.
Author: John Jakes
Format: Hardback
Published: 1984, Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, Publishers
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Love and War chronicles the tumultuous lives of two prominent American families, the Hazards of Pennsylvania and the Mains of South Carolina, as their destinies intertwine amidst the escalating tensions leading to the American Civil War. This sweeping historical saga vividly portrays the deep divisions and personal sacrifices demanded by a nation torn asunder, presenting a dramatic narrative filled with passion, betrayal, and unwavering loyalty. The narrative illustrates the profound impact of the conflict on individuals from all walks of life, from the battlefields to the home front, detailing the ideological clashes that defined an era. Jakes masterfully captures the grandeur and tragedy of 19th-century America, arguing for the enduring human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity.