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. The southern states also known as the confederacy, on the other hand, wanted to keep slavery. Mackay, 1863, by thomas halliwell pdf in australia. 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. The american civil war oversimplified part 1 youtube. Pages in category history books about the american civil war. Douglas southall freeman perfect condition no reserve.
The union held the field at the end of the day, but. 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. 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 practice became more economically vital. Dec 04, 2016 more than 750,000 people died in the civil war, more than all other wars in us history combined. Civil war podcast, episode 318 battle of gettysburg part the fourth in which we evaluate john bufords performance in carrying out his covering force action on the morning of july 1, 1863 outside gettysburg. During the american civil war, groups of socalled partisan rangers engaged in bloody campaigns of guerilla attacks, raiding and psychological warfare against rival military units and civilians.
It arose out of disputes over slavery and states rights. The civil war collection book 1 3 feb 2011 by brooks d. From james mcphersons definitive history to tony horwitzs adventures among obsessives, here are the 11 best books on the civil war in time. The american civil war was fought between 1861 and 1865 over the issues of slavery and states rights. Forcing readers out of their comfort zones is british military historian john keegans stock in trade. The american civil war was the largest and most destructive conflict in the western world between the end of the napoleonic wars in 1815 and the onset of world war i in 1914. New listing history of kearnys first new jersey brigade camille baquet 2nd lt. The american civil war 18611865 was a civil war in the united states of america. They relied on african slaves to farm their main crops of cotton and tobacco. The civil war was americas bloodiest and most divisive conflict, pitting the union army against the confederate states of america. The war ended in 1865 with a victory for the north. Short stories, american, united states history civil war. 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.
History books about the american civil war wikipedia. American civil war ebooks for all free ebooks download. Eleven southern slave states declared their secession from the u. Cambridge history american civil war volume 1 american history. This war has inspired many authors, young and old, to pen down the actual details and reasons that summed up to turn into a civil war. American civil war 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 practice became more economically vital. The best civil war books of all time analysis civil war monitor. Books about the civil war, including fiction and nonfiction selections. Finally, in 1861, the american civil war erupted after the election of president abraham lincoln. American civil war alternate histories are alternate history fiction that focuses on the civil war or a lack thereof ending differently. The civil war in the transmississippi theater, 18611865 title.
Its origin, cause and probable results, considered specially with regard to slavery dunedin, nz. It was a bloody conflict that tore the country apart before slavery was finally abolished. United states history civil war, 18611865 the american war. Learn about civil war battles, generals, political leaders and more. About the american civil war this comprehensive, visually arresting guide covers the history, causes, and consequences of the american civil war. The civil war a narrative by shelby foote, excellent condition, complete 9 volu. The civil war is the most written about event in united states history. Six books on the civil war these six histories of the civil war that are mustreads if you want to better understand the conflict a group of officers in culpeper, virginia reading. The history of the hundredth pennsylvania veteran volunteer infantry regiment in the american civil war, 18611865. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers. Fausts brilliantly written book perfectly captures the carnage that characterized the conflict and explores the impact its largescale destruction had on every fabric of the nation. The most common variant of these detail the victory and survival of the confederate states.
Cambridge histories online is a unique online historical reference compendium that brings the cambridge histories texts to life. This category has the following 3 subcategories, out of 3 total. Eleven southern slave states declared their secession from the united states and formed the confederate states of america, also known as the confederacy. Jun 22, 2017 theres definitely no shortage of books about the american civil war. The greatest military historian of our time gives a peerless account of americas most bloody, wrenching, and eternally fascinating war. Led by jefferson davis, the confederacy fought for its independence from the united states. Oct 29, 2009 most scholars in the field of us 19thcentury history spend a fiendish amount of time trying to come up with some clever title, while john keegans new study announces itself with deceptive simplicity. Finally, in 1861, the american civil war erupted af. American civil war facts civil war for kids dk find out. Apr 05, 2020 american civil war, fouryear war 186165 fought between the united states and 11 southern states that seceded to form the confederate states of america. For the general public, battle cry and its author have become synonymous with civil war history. A winding trail to justice reluctant redemption book 2. Less consciously, they and their fellow americans found this new narrative this rewriting of history based on a kind of historical amnesia.
It provides eyewitness accounts by soldiers and civilians, key profiles of military leaders, and clear timelines that give an overview of how the events developed. Browse our selection of books on civil war history, and learn about the heroes who fought and died to preserve the american union. In this magesterial history and national bestseller, john keegan shares his original and perceptive insights into the psychology, ideology, demographics, and economics of the american civil war. This in mind, as far and away the bestknown overview of the civil war for nearly 30 years, mcphersons pulitzerwinning book has been used in untold classrooms to introduce americans to their national bloodletting. Online shopping for american civil war from a great selection at books store. Jan 31, 2020 the american civil war oversimplified part 1. This sophisticated survey is far more than its subtitle suggests.
Any recommended reading list therefore has to be highly selective and at least somewhat arbitrary. Although there are unlimited books available that describe the american civil war in their own way. When antislavery candidate abraham lincoln was elected president 1860, the southern states seceded. Civil war confederate, lees lieutenants 3 vol illustrated maps book set. The worldfamous american war broke out as a result of a conflict revolving the abolishment of slavery completely and succeeded at the end to ban slavery forever. 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.
Widely regarded as the most authoritative onevolume history of the war. A lengthy history of the american civil war supported by a vast number of quotations over 1,000 during the full length of the book, with a good mix of familiar and unfamiliar quotes from a wide range of figures on both sides, all connected by a good history of the war. The political genius of abraham doris kearns goodwin. Mar 24, 2020 the film and the 1936 margaret mitchell novel on which its based continue dominate american popculture memory of the civil war and a new book takes a deeper look at why thats the case. Civil war stories to read instead of gone with the wind time. American civil war books meet your next favorite book. A history from beginning to end fort sumter, abraham lincoln, jefferson.
The civil war started because of uncompromising differences between the free and slave states over the power of the national government to prohibit slavery in the. Category history military history american civil war. The civil war remains the deadliest military conflict in american history, and accounted for more american military deaths than all other wars combined until around the vietnam war. There are things wrong with this epic trilogyfoote isnt reliable on the causes of the. Discover the best american civil war history in best sellers.
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 american civil war is a popular point of divergence in englishlanguage alternate history fiction. A brief overview of the american civil war american. Booktopia buy american civil war books online from australias leading online. The best civil war books of all time analysis civil.
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