"The Origins of the American Civil War: 1846-61" by Alan Farmer explores the complex socio-political landscape that led to the outbreak of the Civil War in the United States. The narrative examines key events, such as the Mexican-American War, the rise of abolitionism, and the contentious debates over slavery, as they contributed to mounting tensions between the North and South. Farmer delves into the personal motivations of influential figures and the broader societal changes, offering a comprehensive analysis of how these elements intertwined to create an environment ripe for conflict. This critical examination reveals the deep-rooted issues that ultimately erupted into war. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Access To History .

There are 168 pages in this book. This book was published in 1996 by Hodder Arnold .

Alan Farmer is a widely published academic on modern American, European and British history. He taught history to students of all ages for all his working life. He was Head of History at the University of Cumbria until retiring in 2006.