This book surveys the careers of the ten most notable commanders of the war, five from each side, describing in details the events and decisions that shaped their most significant battles and campaigns. On the Union side are Generals Ulysses S Grant, George G Meade, Philip Sheridan, William Sherman and George Thomas, 'the Rock of Chickmauga.' Representing the Confederacy are Thomas 'Stonewall' Jackson. Robert E Lee, the colorful J E B Stuart, A P Hill and Nathan Bedford Forrest. The Civil War aroused emotions so strong that their currents can still be detected today, a fact that is understandable in that more Americans were killed in this conflict than in the two World Wars, Korea and Vietnam combined. The highly readable and authoritative text is fully complemented by almost 250 illustrations and maps, comprising a work that no Civil War buff will want to be without.
This copy is in Very Good condition. There is some minor shelf wear. As always, the photos are of the book you will receive.