War of 1812 Eyewitness Accounts

Once regarded as a backwoods frontier skirmish the War of 1812 has become an object of increasing historical scrutiny. A new consensus is emerging among scholars which views the Second War with England as a defining moment in the history of North America. This reference tool enables users to view this important conflict from a variety of American British and Canadian perspectives. Compiled by a recognized authority this bibliography describes over 850 printed primary sources including letters diaries journals and memoirs. In addition to the usual army and navy accounts the book also includes narratives by women clergy politicians diplomats merchants and Native Americans.This volume is specifically designed to direct users to select historical data quickly and easily. Topically it consists of three sections covering military naval and civilian narratives. Each entry has detailed annotation discussing bibliographic information names and dates of the author the time period covered the writer''s rank organization or social position and the historical places and events mentioned in passing. Inclusive in scope and highly detailed this bibliography is a valuable addition to any historical collection.