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This concise but comprehensive history reflects a synthesis of the major writings on the war, as refined and focused through Professor Roland's own research and interpretation. This is the story of the war with the emphasis on the military action, that element which distinguishes war from all other human activities. Accounts of the major political, economic, diplomatic, social, and cultural developments of the epoch are covered; approximately half of the book is devoted to them. But these discussions are woven into the central narrative in a manner designed to show their role in the war effort itself.
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"The best concise narrative of the war currently available."
Roland's book is the starting point for a serious student to begin his study of the Civil War. -- Larry Freiheit "Roll Call to Destiny Book Contest"
"Provides a perspective, depth, and insight remarkable for a book of its size and scope." -- "Florida Historical Quarterly"
"As an introduction, you couldn't ask for a better place to start, and for the veteran Civil War reader there are new questions to ponder." -- "Richmond Times-Dispatch"
"May be the best single-volume short history of the war." -- "Southern Partisan"
"The best concise narrative of the war currently available." -- "Journal of Mississippi History"
"New buffs will find this probably the best single volume with which to begin their journey into the war. Teachers will find it a splendid introductory." -- "Journal of Southern History"
"Roland's prose is clear, and especially in the battle segments, quite readable." -- "Library Journal"
"An excellent display of clear, succinct prose... Masterfully groups the myriad of battles into a series of campaigns that introduce all the key commanders and strategic decisions." -- "North Carolina Historical Review"
""This volume is surely the best brief history of the United States and the Confederate State at war."" -- "Emory M. Thomas"
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An American Iliad: The Story of the Civil War
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Paperback. Condition: Good. An updated edition of this concise yet comprehensive history of the Civil War, written by a distinguished historian of the conflict. Charles Roland skillfully interweaves the story of battles and campaigns with accounts of the major political, diplomatic, social, and cultural events of the epoch and insightful sketches of the leading actors. Of prime interest are the contrasts he draws between the opposing presidents and generals. What traits, he asks, made Lincoln superior to Davis as a war leader? How were Union military leaders able to forge a more effective fighting force, a more comprehensive strategy than their opponents? Roland's thoughtful anwers and his recognition of the contadictions of human nature and the interpaly of intention and chance raise this book above a mere recounting of military events. The story of the Civil War is the epic of the American people. Never has it been told more movingly. Seller Inventory # CIN007241815XG
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