This book is a fascinating collection of sermons given during the American Civil War. With insightful commentary on the political and social issues of the day, it provides a unique perspective on one of the most tumultuous periods in American history. With contributions from leading religious figures of the time, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the role of religion in shaping American culture. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.