Reveille in Washington 1860-1865

The book is in good condition, with a solid red hardcover featuring gold lettering. There is no dust jacket, and the cover shows minor signs of wear, particularly on the spine edges. The binding is tight, and the pages are clean without any inscriptions or markings.

"Reveille in Washington 1860-1865" by Margaret Leech, published by Time-Life Books Inc. in 1980, is a Time Reading Program Special Edition. This edition offers a detailed exploration of Washington D.C.'s transformation during the tumultuous years of the American Civil War. Leech, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author, provides an insightful narrative of the political and social dynamics of the era. This edition, reprinted in 1980 by arrangement with Harper & Row, is a valuable addition for collectors interested in American history and the Civil War period. The book is bound in a sturdy red cover with gold lettering, and while it lacks a dust jacket, it remains in good condition with no inscriptions or library markings.