Eyewitness to the Civil War

At once an informed overview for general-interest readers and a superb resource for serious buffs, this extraordinary, gloriously illustrated volume is sure to become one of the fundamental books in any Civil War library. Its features include a dramatic narrative packed with eyewitness accounts and hundreds of rare photographs, artifacts, and period illustrations. Evocative sidebars, detailed maps, and timelines add to the reference-ready quality of the text.

From John Brown's raid to Reconstruction, Eyewitness to the Civil War presents a clear, comprehensive discussion that addresses every military, political, and social aspect of this crucial period. In-depth descriptions of campaigns and battles in all theaters of war are accompanied by a thorough evaluation of the nonmilitary elements of the struggle between North and South. In their own words, commanders and common soldiers in both armies tell of life on the battlefield and behind the lines, while letters from wives, mothers, and sisters provide a portrait of the home front. More than 375 historical photographs, portraits, and artifacts?many never before published?evoke the era's flavor; and detailed maps of terrain and troop movements make it easy to follow the strategies and tactics of Union and Confederate generals as they fought through four harsh years of war. Photoessays on topics ranging from the everyday lives of soldiers to the dramatic escapades of the cavalry lend a breathtaking you-are-there feeling, and an inclusive appendix adds even more detail to what is already a magnificently meticulous history. more

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5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Jan-23-2009; Eyewitness to The Civil War; An excellent book. Authentic pictures that give one a true feel of how it was and an appreciation of the dreadfulness of war on our soil.Bill in Appalachia; read full review | report as inappropriate

5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Sep-19-2008; great price; I bought this book for my husband for christmas, he's a war buff, and hea absolutely loved it. It has so many interseting pics and stories that even I enjoyed parts of it. (Usually I am not into history at all - more of a science...; read full review | report as inappropriate

5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Aug-25-2008; Engrossing; This book has tremendous details about the Civil War. It actually takes you back to that time.; read full review | report as inappropriate

5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Apr-05-2008; Eyewitness to the Civil War; Purchased this book as a gift for my husband who has many books on the Civil War. He says this is one of the best books he's seen in years. He's very impressed with it and is quite happy with his gift.; read full review | report as inappropriate

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5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Jan-23-2009; Eyewitness to The Civil War; An excellent book. Authentic pictures that give one a true feel of how it was and an appreciation of the dreadfulness of war on our soil.Bill in Appalachia; read full review | report as inappropriate