The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Civil War, 3rd Edition
| Author | : Alan Axelrod, Ph.D. |
| Publisher | : Penguin |
| Total Pages | : 510 |
| Release | : 2011-03-01 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781101478875 |
| ISBN-13 | : 110147887X |
| Rating | : 4/5 (75 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Civil War, 3rd Edition written by Alan Axelrod, Ph.D. and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-03-01 with total page 510 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A battle ready guide to the deadliest war in American history Completely revised for the Sesquicentennial, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to the Civil War, Third Edition is a comprehensive overview of America's bloodiest war. From the first shots fired at Fort Sumter to Lee's surrender at Appomattox, this book embodies the latest scholarship, offering fascinating stories of the men and women who fought bravely and often died for a cause they believed in. The book features a clear chronology of major events, detailed explanations of key battles such as Gettysburg, Chattanooga, and Chancellorsville. Author Alan Axelrod offers intimate impressions and anecdotes from generals and soldiers alike, and strategies of war leaders such as Sherman, Lee, and Grant.
