This work offers a Southern perspective on the causes and events of the American Civil War. Samuel Ashe, a Confederate veteran and historian, presents an overview of key issues including the slave trade, Southern slavery, state sovereignty, and Abraham Lincoln's actions during the conflict. The book aims to provide a comprehensive, albeit partisan, account from the viewpoint of those who fought for the Confederacy.

This book presents a distinctly Southern viewpoint on the Civil War, focusing on issues such as state sovereignty and the defense of slavery. The author, a Confederate veteran, frames the conflict as a defense against Northern aggression and constitutional overreach. The work is likely to be of interest to those seeking to understand the motivations and justifications offered by the Confederacy.