Sears, Stephen W.
Gettysburg
- ISBN 13:
- 9780618485383
- author:
- Sears, Stephen W.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Mariner Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 640
- Dimensions:
- 15.24 x 4.06 x 22.61 centimetres
- Genre:
- History - Military / War
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Gettysburg is a masterful single-volume history of the Civil War's greatest campaign. Drawing on original source material, including soldiers' letters and official military records, Stephen W. Sears brings to life the epic tale of the battle in Pennsylvania.
The author offers detailed analyses of the battle's leaders, including General Meade's heroic performance as his army commander and General Lee's role in the Confederate army's agonizing failure. With characteristic style and insight, Sears vividly depicts the dramatic events of the campaign.