In which we take a look at some of the major differences between North & South on the eve of the Civil War.

Our book recommendation for this episode is Life in Civil War America by Michael O. Varhola.

Author and historian Michael Varhola takes you back in time to the Civil War, illuminating both the sweeping changes and cultural norms that shaped the everyday lives of soldiers and civilians during the conflict that divided the nation.

Listen to the Bonus Episode: http://civilwarpodcast.libsyn.com/the-civil-war-1861-1865-a-history-podcast