McPherson, James M

A collection of essays by Civil War historian James McPherson. Profiles key figures such as Harriet Tubman, John Brown, Jesse James, and William Tecumseh Sherman. Examines issues such as Confederate military strategy, the failure of peace negotiations, and Lincoln's creation of presidential war powers.

Richly illustrated with photographs, paintings, and maps, this book examines the causes, events and effects of the American Civil War.

Using a wide variety of primary sources, examines the Afro-Americans' role in the contribution to the Union and Confederacy during the Civil War, the resulting change in their position as citizens.

Chronicles the military leadership of President Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War, his strategic insight, and how he often overstepped the boundaries of his political office to assume the role of commander in chief, ultimately changing the course of the war and saving the Union.