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An Idler: John Hay's Social and Aesthetic Commentaries for the Press During the Civil War, 1861-1865
An Idler John Hay's Social and Aesthetic Commentaries for the Press During the Civil War 18611865 Author:John Hay A monographic study of John Hay's "anonymous"commentaries written during the Civil War whilst Hay was Lincohn's private secretary. The writings, their publication and impact are discussed in detail.