Anticipations of the Future, to Serve as Lessons for the Present Time: In the Form of Extracts from Letters from an English Resident in the United Sta

The book presents a series of letters from an English resident in the United States during the tumultuous years of 1864 to 1870, reflecting on the political landscape and societal changes of the time. It speculates on the implications of Republican leadership, particularly under Lincoln and Seward, predicting civil unrest and war. The accompanying appendix delves into the causes and consequences of Southern independence. This work serves as a historical commentary on the era, providing insights into the conflicts and transformations shaping America during the Civil War.