The Civil War -- Bruce Catton

<strong>Nothing in our time makes the Civil War as alive as the writings of Bruce Catton. --<em>Baltimore Sun</em></strong><br/><br/>Infinitely readable and absorbing, Pulitzer Prize-winner Bruce Catton's <em>The Civil War</em> is one of the most widely read general histories of the war available in a single volume. Introduced by the critically acclaimed Civil War historian James M. McPherson, <em> The Civil War </em>vividly traces one of the most moving chapters in American history, from the early division between the North and the South to the final surrender of Confederate troops. <br/><br/>Catton's account of battles is a must-read for anyone interested in the war that divided America, carefully weaving details about the political activities of the Union and Confederate armies and diplomatic efforts overseas.<br><br><b>Author:</b> Bruce Catton<br><b>Publisher:</b> Mariner Books<br><b>Published:</b> 12/14/2004<br><b>Pages:</b> 382<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Paperback<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.92lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 8.30h x 5.60w x 0.98d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780618001873