Fighting words

the long version

"In this new approach to the study of the American Civil War, Andrew S. Coopersmith delves into hundreds of local newspapers published during the conflict, providing a selection of colorful, idiosyncratic, and highly opinionated reports that both educate and entertain. Fighting Words incorporates extensive excerpts from a wide range of period newspapers - from the New Orleans Bee to the Springfield Republican, from the Anglo-African to the Irish-American." "Fighting Words is illustrated with over 100 facsimile reproductions from the newspapers themselves, including etchings, headlines, and editorials never before available to a contemporary audience."--BOOK JACKET.