confederate states of america

Explores how the actions of both the Union and Confederate armies during the Civil War can be judged against the enduring rules of society, and discusses how those actions impacted the way the war was fought.

Examines the state of American medicine during the Civil War, describing the medicines and methods used by doctors and nurses to care for wounded soldiers and civilians during the time.

Reprints articles concerning the events of the Civil War that appeared in "The New York Times" between 1859 and 1865, including accounts of the Harper's Ferry uprising, the election of President Lincoln, the death of Stonewall Jackson, and the surrender at Appomattox.

Recounts the small details of timing, character, and place that influenced events during the eight weeks between Abraham Lincoln's inauguration in 1861 and the start of the Civil War.

Recounts the Civil War battles of Fort Henry and Fort Donelson, focusing on the opposing generals: Grant, in command of the Union forces and yet to win a battle, and his opponent, the equally untried but less fortunate Forrest.

Historical and modern photographs depict how former Civil War battlegrounds have changed throughout history.

Presents an illustrated history of over forty major battles of the American Civil War and includes battle maps and rarely seen photographs of Confederate heroes such as Robert E. Lee, Thomas J. Jackson, and Jeb Stuart along with details on their careers and personal lives.

A biography of America's sixteenth president that follows Lincoln's life and political career, his White House years, his personal struggles during the Civil War, and his efforts to end slavery.

Presents a collection of essays that describes the personality of Confederate General Robert E. Lee based on his unpublished personal correspondence; and examines his early years, his relationships with family and slaves, and his thoughts on military strategy.

Profiles eleven novels and nonfiction books inspired by the Civil War and its era, providing historical background, author biographies, and discussion of styles and themes.