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The History Buff's Guide to the Civil War : The best, the worst, the largest, and the most lethal top ten rankings of the Civil War - Thomas R. Flagel

The History Buff's Guide to the Civil War

The best, the worst, the largest, and the most lethal top ten rankings of the Civil War

By: Thomas R. Flagel

Paperback | 1 September 2010 | Edition Number 2

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Do You Think You Know the Civil War?

The History Buff's Guide to the Civil War clears the powder smoke surrounding the war that changed America forever. The perfect guide for anyone looking for great history facts like:

  • What were the best, the worst, the largest, and the most lethal aspects of the conflict?
  • What are the top ten causes?
  • The bloodiest battles?

With over thirty annotated top ten lists and unexpected new findings, author Thomas R. Flagel will have you debating the most intriguing questions of the Civil War in no time. This invaluable guide to the great war between the states will delight and inform you about one of the most crucial periods in American history. The perfect gift for any history fan, student, or expert

"The single best kickoff to the American Civil War...I can't imagine a better guide for any of us, whether student or scholar." --Robert Hicks author of the New York Times bestselling novel The Widow of the South

"A detailed and enjoyable set of facts and stories that will engage every reader from the newest initiate to the Civil War saga to the most experienced historian. This book is a must have for any Civil War reading collection." -- James Lewis, Park Ranger at Stones River National Battlefield

Industry Reviews
"Next year will be the 150th anniversary of what many historians consider to be the most pivotal point in our nation's history and this book is a must-have resource to that time. Laid out in easy-to-find and easy-to-read segments, it includes the pre-war antebellum time, politics, military life and the home front. " - BuddyHollywood.com
"I have always found history to be extremely interesting. I can't believe how much I learned from The History Buff's Guide. Anyone who likes to learn about what happened in the past will appreciate this book. I give it five stars.
" - Readaholic
"The History Buff's Guide to the Civil War will provide a deeper clarity and perspective on every aspect of the war. The Second edition complete with new content and updated lists will have you debating the new and intriguing questions.

" - New York History

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