American History, American Studies, Civil War Studies

    McPherson, The Civil War vividly traces one of the most moving chapters in American history, from the early division between the North and the South to the final surrender of Confederate troops. Catton's account of battles is a must-read for anyone interested in the war that divided America, carefully weaving details about the political activities of the Union and Confederate armies and diplomatic efforts overseas.

    This work is in four volumes. Each volume covers phases of a single year of the war, and each is complete in itself.

    You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

    The second volume of Carl Sandburg's Lincoln biography, this volume addresses Lincoln's assuming the presidency through 1864 and Grant taking command as Commanding General of the Army.