{"product_id":"andrew-atkinson-humphreys-a-biography-9781164507031","title":"Andrew Atkinson Humphreys: A Biography","description":"Andrew Atkinson Humphreys: A Biography is a comprehensive account of the life and achievements of Andrew Atkinson Humphreys, a prominent American Civil War general and engineer. Written by Henry Humphreys, a descendant of the subject, this book delves into the personal and professional life of Andrew Atkinson Humphreys, from his early years in Philadelphia to his military career and post-war work as a civil engineer.The biography begins by exploring Humphreys' family background and childhood, before moving on to his education at the United States Military Academy at West Point. The book then delves into Humphreys' military career, which saw him rise through the ranks to become a major general and play a key role in some of the most significant battles of the Civil War, including Antietam and Gettysburg.In addition to his military service, the book also covers Humphreys' post-war work as a civil engineer, including his role in the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge and the Washington Monument. Throughout the book, Henry Humphreys provides a detailed and engaging account of his ancestor's life, drawing on a range of primary sources to paint a vivid picture of this fascinating historical figure.Overall, Andrew Atkinson Humphreys: A Biography is a must-read for anyone interested in the Civil War, American military history, or the life of one of America's most accomplished engineers and military leaders.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Henry Humphreys\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Kessinger Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/10\/2010\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 368\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.56lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781164507031\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis title is not returnable\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kessinger Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":44068488380531,"sku":"9.78116E+12","price":75.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9255\/0515\/files\/img_d2bffb4f-479d-45dd-9e53-2a5b09e21a86.jpg?v=1762696923","url":"https:\/\/bookstorenmore.com\/products\/andrew-atkinson-humphreys-a-biography-9781164507031","provider":"Bookstore N More","version":"1.0","type":"link"}