A Short History of the Civil War - Softcover

Stokesbury, James L

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0062064789 ISBN 13: 9780062064783

Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks, 2011

Synopsis

The Definitive One-Volume History of the American Civil War

The American Civil War (1861–1865) was the pivotal conflict of the nation’s history. It was a war defined by savage brutality, untold human costs, and monumental political crises that left the literal and social landscape of the nation forever changed. One hundred fifty years later, it continues to hold a powerful grip on the American psyche. In A Short History of the Civil War, noted historian James L. Stokesbury dramatically and concisely chronicles the important events leading up to the war and, using maps, recounts its decisive battles while describing the strategies and tactics of the North’s and South’s prominent commanders. Drawing on fascinating details and little-known facts, Stokesbury also brings to life the generals—Grant, Lee, Hooker, McClellan, Jackson—and the unsung heroes of this great struggle between the Union and the Confederacy.

About this title

About the Author:

James L. Stokesbury is the author of A Short History of World War I, A Short History of World War II, A Short History of the Korean War, and A Short History of the American Revolution. Before his death in 1995 he was a professor of history at Acadia University in Nova Scotia, Canada.

From School Library Journal:

YA?Stokesbury accomplishes what few American history teachers can boast-he covers the entire Civil War in a mere 350 pages. His concise treatment begins with the election of Lincoln in November 1860 and ends with the surrender at Appomattox, VA, in April 1865. Important highlights, including the political and economic issues as well as the military campaigns and leadership, are recounted in a factual, readable manner. Eleven maps of major battle sites further explain the 620,000 casualties of the war. The impact of period technology?iron clads and railroads?for troops and supply movement and in battle is addressed. The suggested list of approximately 100 titles for further reading is loosely organized by topic, e.g., technical and factual compendiums, multi- and single-volume histories, campaign and battle information, biography, etc., and held together by the author's running commentary. This list will be invaluable to students faced with the glut of resources. The comprehensive index is a guide to battles, events, people, and places. YAs can get a quick fix here, or use this book as an introduction to more extensive research.?Carol Clark, R. E. Lee High School, Springfield, VA
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About this edition

• Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 0062064789
• ISBN 13: 9780062064783
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 384