Jun 22, 2017 in fact, according to the library of congress civil war desk reference, over 70,000 books have been published on various aspects of the civil war and more are being published every day. An oral history of the zombie war is a 2006 zombie apocalyptic horror novel written by american author max brooks. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Dec 26, 20 william garrett piston and richard hatchers wilsons creek. Apr 19, 2011 this is the book civil war enthusiasts have been waiting for. We wanted to include a variety of volumes to appeal to many different tastes. Shermans military lessons of the american civil war.
Civil war 18611865 the civil war and reconstruction, a new mooc by pulitzerprize winning historian eric foner. The civil war audiobook by julius caesar, read by robin. Books have been written on its economic effects, its political causes, its relationship to western expansion. I recall hearing that he wasnt planning on such a large set of books but once he started he couldnt do anything but give the full picture.
Beauregard open fire on unionheld fort sumter in south carolinas charleston bay. Douglas southall freeman perfect condition no reserve. Other passages record a decadelong desperate struggle, as. The political genius of abraham doris kearns goodwin. As result, if you want to learn more about the civil war, it. The second battle of the civil war and the men who fought it irish green and union blue letters of peter welsha working class immigrants view of the war the two best civil war era books not directly about the war are road to disunion.
But the real fascination of the war is the story of combat, men in battle. Free audio books in genre war stories that you can download in mp3, ipod and itunes format for your portable audio player. Recollections of the civil war records the events that took place during the american civil war. Desperate, she chooses handsome clay fraser as her target. Those who appreciate a solid overview will find much to. Five greatest books about the civil war nonfiction.
Project gutenberg offers 61,672 free ebooks for kindle, ipad, nook, android, and iphone. Visiting the battlefield brought to mind the red badge of. Secessionists at bay and eric foners reconstruction. The ending leaves the future of the two protagonists open, which leads to the authors sequel, salvation. Civil war confederate, lees lieutenants 3 vol illustrated maps book set. The civil war a narrative by shelby foote, excellent condition, complete 9 volu. The kidnapping of president lincoln and other war detective stories. Foote was a big source for ken burns civil war series, so he was one of the foremost authorities in civil war history. Get the best deals on civil war books when you shop the largest online selection at. This is the book civil war enthusiasts have been waiting for. From james mcphersons definitive history to tony horwitzs adventures among obsessives, here are the 11 best books on the civil war in time for the. Civil war audiobooks offers a selection of titles from university and academic presses, including awardwinners, recent classics, and distinguished works.
The american civil war 18611865, also known as the war between the states and several other names, was a civil war in the united states of america. Lets assume that you scratch your head when asked any questions about the civil war. Civil war history 112 of over 20,000 results for books. Actually, when i taught it i dont usually cry over books myself, but when i taught it last fall, i realized just how much sincere. Eleven southern slave states declared their secession from the u. For my money, theres one book that anyone who wants to learn about the civil war should have. He relates numerous examples of how the effective use of engineers led to victory while an ineffective application led to defeat. The civil war audiobook by julius caesar, read by robin field. July 1st is the anniversary of the start of the civil war battle of gettysburg. Publishers summary in 1864, after union general william tecumseh sherman burned atlanta, he marched his sixty thousand troops east through. Any recommended reading list therefore has to be highly selective and at least somewhat arbitrary. Where does the american civil war rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far. Beginning with the birth of the nation, slavery divided and caused conflict for the united states of america, worsening during the countrys early decades as the. What is a good book to start learning about the american.
The civil war the civil war audiobook, by julius caesar. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Books about united states history civil war, 18611865 fiction sorted by popularity. All the great battles are here, of course, from bull run through shiloh, the seven days battles, and antietam, but so are the smaller ones. Some of these books go into great detail about the american civil war, and some these selections include maps and posters from the civil war era. Here youll find current best sellers in books, new releases in books, deals in books, kindle. In three short books, caesar describes how, in order to defend his honor and the freedom of both himself and the roman people, he marched on rome and. Search the worlds most comprehensive index of fulltext books. Far more books have been written about the civil war than about any other event in american history, and lincolns stack of books towers over that of any other american figure.
The civil war tells this story in the words of men who actually. The lecture format is more forgiving when distracted than an audiobook. Engineering victory brings a fresh approach to the question of why the north prevailed in the civil war. The political battles of the civil war are well and fully presented and make for fascinating reading. Here youll find current best sellers in books, new releases in books, deals in books, kindle ebooks, audible audiobooks, and so much more. A very welldone course on all things american civil war from the military history of the war and nonmilitary events such as the emancipation, life on the home front, the diplomatic front, etc. Soldier of army life in the civil war, 18611865, the leander stillwell 1843 1934 audiobook. Like any good war history book, the civil war books on this list take a deep dive not only into the untold horrors of warfare, but also the perspectives, personalities, and motivations behind it, as well as the ramifications. The novel is a collection of individual accounts narrated by an agent of the united nations postwar commission, following the devastating global conflict against the zombie plague. Actually, when i taught it i dont usually cry over books myself, but when i taught it last fall, i. Books about united states history civil war, 18611865.
Professor gallagher clearly knows his american civil war history but moreover. Civil war books and authors armys description of union army engineers and their accomplishments is certainly thorough and impressive. In addition it answers detailed questions involving the gettysburg address, robert e. The bloodiest four years in american history begin when confederate shore batteries under general p. Story of a common soldier of army life in the civil war full. Six books on the civil war these six histories of the civil war that are mustreads if you want to better understand the conflict. The american heritage picture history of the civil war, by bruce catton. The civil war is julius caesars personal account of his war with pompey the greatthe war that destroyed the fivehundredyearold roman republic. Full audio books for everyone earns money off of the above links.
For the best experience please update your browser. New listing civil war, brother against brother, the war begins, time life books. A very welldone course on all things american civil war from the military history of the war and nonmilitary events such as the emancipation, life on. Of these ive listened to, and can absolutely recommend the civil war and reconstruction era 18451877, the early middle ages 284 and european civilization 16481945. A romantic times awardwinning author, ana leigh writes western romances that are usa today bestsellers. The civil war in the united states began in 1861, after decades of simmering tensions between northern and southern states over slavery, states rights and westward expansion. If thats the case then you will want to start by listening to dont know much about the civil war by kenneth c. All titles are published by awardwinning university press audiobooks. To commemorate the 150th anniversary of the civil war, the vision of the national park service has been to go beyond the wellknown battles and heroes and tell the lesserknown stories in order to make this critical event in the nations history more relevant to more people. Lovely widow rebecca elliot needs a husband in order to join a wagon train west. Brush up on your civil war history by listening to these audio books. Plus, youll get an additional audiobook per month after trial.
Abner doubleday began the civil war as a union officer and aimed the first. Animated map lets you watch the unfolding of every day of the u. The books homepage helps you explore earths biggest bookstore without ever leaving the comfort of your couch. Doctorow, narrated by joe morton, one of my favorite narrators. To this end, we are developing a series of books on the. An incredible story, as well as excellent historical detailing and insight into the eastern theatre of the war in virginia. Listen to thousands of best sellers and new releases on your iphone, ipad, or android. It forms one of the most remarkable volumes of historical, political, and personal reminiscences which have been given to the public. Nevertheless, the books on this list are, indeed, my alltime favorites cherished works that. American civil war ebooks for all free ebooks download. New listing history of kearnys first new jersey brigade camille baquet 2nd lt. Five greatest books about the civil war nonfiction history. Gone with the wind by margaret mitchell, the killer angels by michael shaara, incidents in the life of a slave gi.
The history of the world in 46 lectures from columbia university. What are the best novels especially audiobooks of those. The descriptions are so good that you hardly need to refer to the numerous maps, although of course they help and are directly related to and set alongside the relevant text. Books about the civil war, including fiction and nonfiction selections. As result, if you want to learn more about the civil war, it may be hard to know where to start.
Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. In fact, according to the library of congress civil war desk reference, over 70,000 books have been published on various aspects of the civil war and more are being published every day. In three short books, caesar describes how, in order to defend his honor and the freedom of. Apr 09, 2020 the bloodiest four years in american history begin when confederate shore batteries under general p. Many of our biblio booksellers offer antique and rare civil war books that would add great value to your book collection. Superior engineering skills among union soldiers helped ensure victory in the civil war. This audio book covers basic information about the civil war. Dana wrote these recollections of the civil war according to a purpose which he had entertained for several years. Chancellorsville and gettysburg full audiobook youtube. Theres also a pretty great yale lecture series on ancient greece, but that ones only on youtube now, so youll need to get the mp3s from them through some conversion.
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