INVISIBLE SIEGE: The Journal of Lucius E. Chittenden April 15, 1861--July 14, 1861, Appointed Register of the Treasury by President Abraham Lincoln by Lucius E. Chittenden San Diego, California: Americana Exchange Press, 1969. First edition, first printing: Limited to fifteen hundred numbered copies. This copy, however, unnumbered. A fine copy in black cloth with gilt titles to the front cover and spine, top edge gilt; housed in a fine green cloth covered slipcase. Octavo. 133 pages. An attractive edition printed on fine quality paper. Introduction by John R. Adams, Archivist, San Diego State College. Chittenden's Civil War diary was discovered in 1968 with some books and old papers and was immediately recognized for its historical and literary significance. Lucius Eugene Chittenden (1824-1900) was a Vermont author, banker, lawyer, politician and peace advocate who served as Register of the Treasury during the Lincoln administration. A fine press publication! FREE SHIPPING TO THE USA PLEASE VIEW OUR STORE FOR MORE GREAT FIRST EDITION BOOKS THANKS! Created by Seller's Assistant Basic.