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Lädt ... The Civil War: The Definitive Reference Including a Chronology of Events, and Encyclopedia, and the memoirs of Grant and Leevon John S. Bowman
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Melde dich bei LibraryThing an um herauszufinden, ob du dieses Buch mögen würdest. Keine aktuelle Diskussion zu diesem Buch. It has been more than a century now since the American Civil War ended, but the passion and fury which drives people's fascination with the long war between the North and South is as alive as ever. The last of the old wars and the first of the new, the civil war is both romanticized for displaying the last vestiges of chivalry in warfare and glorified for its modern advancements. This volume's multifaceted approach to exploring one of the most traumatic episodes in United States history makes this a fascinating book to browse as well as a valuable reference work. Complete with a chronological account of the major military events, an encyclopedia with more than 1,000alphabetized and cross-referenced entries, and selections from the memoirs of the great commanders Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee, this volume provides a unique and comprehensive overview of the people and events that forged what is now the American nation. keine Rezensionen | Rezension hinzufügen
It has long been accepted that there is no shortage of books on the Civil War so that yet another one, especially as large as this, might call for some justification. But it is more than the very size and thoroughness of this volume that should make it an indispensable work, both for those with a longtime interest and those beginning to take an interest in this subject. Several components of this one volume make it a fascinating book for browsing and reading, as well as a valuable reference work. And the various elements of this volume do not limit themselves to military history: This book places the war in its social and historical context and constantly refers to-and illustrates-individuals and events that make the Civil War such a crucial episode in the nation's development. The chronology lays out the day-to-day developments leading up to the war and then of the combat in considerable detail, while the encyclopedia's alphabetized entries provide accessible identifications and definitions, also of many topics beyond the hostilities. Those particularly interested in military topics will appreciate two specialized sections - one on the weapons used in the war, the other on the naval warfare. Then there are selections from the memoirs of the two great commanders, Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee. This compilation of key excerpts, focusing on Grant and Lee's actions in the war, is of intrinsic interest and also provides another perspective on the events referred to in the chronology and encyclopedia. Following these selections is a chronology of their complete lives. In addition, there is a list of recommended books for those who want to pursue specific topics in more depth. What further distinguishes this work are more than 2500 illustrations in addition to some 60 maps and plans, in full color wherever available. Keine Bibliotheksbeschreibungen gefunden. |
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