Famous figures of the Civil War era

Text and illustrations chronicle the life of Sojourner Truth, who was a nineteenth-century abolitionist, suffragist, and preacher; also includes a glossary, a Truth chronology, a Civil War time line, and a bibliography.

Examines the life and activities of abolitionist John Brown, discussing the events and influences that fueled his anti-slavery sentiments, with a focus on his role in the raid on Harpers Ferry which was organized to get weapons for a slave revolt.

Offers a brief introduction to the life and times of Union War Secretary Edwin Stanton, providing information on his childhood in Ohio, his career as a lawyer, his friendship with Abraham Lincoln, and other related topics.

Chronicles the life of Confederate General Joseph Johnston, providing information on his childhood in Virginia, his service in the United States Army, and his involvement in the Civil War.

Examines the life and military career of naval hero David Farragut, discussing his early life and influences in the American South, his decision to fight for the Union during the Civil War, and the achievements that led the U.S. Navy to create the rank of full admiral in his honor.

Examines the life and military career of Confederate general James Ewell Brown Stuart, discussing his early life on a small Virginia plantation, and his role in gathering information about Union troops for the Confederacy.

Examines the life and military career of Union general Philip Sheridan, discussing his childhood dream of attending West Point military academy, and his victories during the Civil War.

A biography of Ulysses Grant, from his childhood in Ohio, through his education at West Point and his career as an Army officer, to his terms as president of the United States.

Examines the life of Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson, discussing his military career and role in the American Civil War.

Chronicles the life of Union General George Gordon Meade, providing information on his childhood in Philadelphia, his education at West Point, his work for the army, and his involvement in the Civil War.