A compelling writing style blends traditional military, political history, and social history with informed current scholarship in a fresh and balanced narrative about the Civil War.
"Biography" features introduce or reintroduce students to notable figures such Jefferson Davis, Harriet Tubman, and Abraham Lincoln.
"Eyewitness" boxes use primary sources to shed light on what ordinary people such as an abolitionist, a young soldier, or a soldier's wife, were thinking about during the war.
Additional features--such as "Did You Know?" and "Notable Units"--highlight additional topics that add depth to the narrative and make the book more readable.
Balanced coverage of both military and non-military events gives students a comprehensive understanding of the war. Chapters on subjects such as "Soldiering," "Between the Lines: A Look at the Homefront," "The Unseen Participants," including women, Native Americans, immigrants, and children, the role of African Americans, and "Medical Care in the Civil War," provide strong context for the military events and help students better understand the lasting impact of the war on American history.
An early chapter devoted to military matters provides students with an introduction to military terminology that will better prepare them for understanding the military coverage that follows.
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