The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Civil War, 3rd Edition

Alan Axelrod

DK Publishing, Mar 1, 2011 - History - 400 pages

A battle - ready guide to the deadliest war in American history. Completely revised for the Sesquicentennial, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to the Civil War, Third Edition is a comprehensive overview of America's bloodiest war. From the first shots fired at Fort Sumter to Lee's surrender at Appomattox, this book embodies the latest scholarship, offering fascinating stories of the men and women who fought bravely and often died for a cause they believed in. The book features a clear chronology of major events, detailed explanations of key battles such as Gettysburg, Chattanooga, and Chancellorsville. Author Alan Axelrod offers intimate impressions and anecdotes from generals and soldiers alike, and strategies of war leaders such as Sherman, Lee, and Grant.

About the author

Alan Axelrod was born on August 25, 1952, in New York. He was educated at Northeastern Illinois University and University of Iowa. He is a leading writer about American history, and is the author of The Complete Idiot's Guide to American History. In his books, Axelrod presents the facts, details, and faces that have helped shape the history of the United States. Axelrod has served as a consultant to several museums and institutions. He has received numerous honors, including a National Cowboy Hall of Fame Award in 1991.

Bibliographic information

• Title: The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Civil War, 3rd Edition
• Author: Alan Axelrod
• Publisher: DK Publishing, 2011
• ISBN: 1101470534, 9781101470534
• Length: 400 pages
• Subjects: History / United States / Civil War Period (1850-1877)