Title
Isn't It a Wonder?
Subject
Broadsides
Songs and music
American Civil War (1861-1865)
Slavery
Slaves
African Americans
John Bull (Symbolic character)
Napoleon III, Emperor of the French, 1808-1873
Description
Four verse song. "Written by Henry Wood, Esq. and sung by Wood's Minstrels, with the most enthusiastic applause." Written in stereotypical 19th century African American dialect. Lyrics depict fight between the Union and Confederacy over slavery and encouraging both sides to cease fighting with references to England and France. Decorative border with black and white figures in the corners.
Creator
Wood, Henry
Publisher
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Date
ca. 1861-1865
Contributor
De Marsan, Henry
Format
pdf
Language
eng
Identifier
301269
37540000503864
Coverage
New York
Original Format
1
26 cm.