num_pages: 437
description: 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.
language: English
title: An Idler: John Hay's Social and Aesthetic Commentaries for the Press During the Civil War, 1861-1865
titlecomplete: An Idler: John Hay's Social and Aesthetic Commentaries for the Press During the Civil War, 1861-1865
publisher: Academica Press