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Untold Civil War : Exploring the Human Side of War by James Robertson (2011, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherDisney Publishing Worldwide
ISBN-10142620812X
ISBN-139781426208126
eBay Product ID (ePID)17038830065
Product Key Features
Book TitleUntold Civil War : Exploring the Human Side of War
Number of Pages352 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2011
TopicUnited States / 19th Century, Military / United States, United States / Civil War Period (1850-1877)
IllustratorYes
GenreHistory
AuthorJames Robertson
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight62.9 Oz
Item Length11.1 in
Item Width9.5 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
Reviews"The book … is a beauty and should make any recipient very happy. Although large, it isn't one of those cumbersome coffee-table books but rather the right size to properly display a great selection of photographs." --The Washington Post, "The book ... is a beauty and should make any recipient very happy. Although large, it isn't one of those cumbersome coffee-table books but rather the right size to properly display a great selection of photographs." --The Washington Post "Beautifully illustrated and engagingly written, this thematically arranged book reveals the human side of America's bloodiest war." - Library Journal, "The book … is a beauty and should make any recipient very happy. Although large, it isn't one of those cumbersome coffee-table books but rather the right size to properly display a great selection of photographs." --The Washington Post "Beautifully illustrated and engagingly written, this thematically arranged book reveals the human side of America's bloodiest war." Library Journal
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SynopsisNew facets of a seemingly well-known slice of American history, just in time to commemorate its 150th anniversary., National Geographic presents provocative stories shedding new light on the Civil War, American history's watershed, from Union and Confederate soldiers to Abraham Lincoln and Gettysburg. Was Gettysburg a tactical success, or was the outcome determined by a far more mundane factor- access to fresh water? How did the need to spread information about the dead and wounded give rise to the U.S. Postal Service? Did President Lincoln really age so dramatically during the course of the war, or was a rare disease to blame for the shocking difference in images of him from before and during the war? From overlooked elements, such as the role of weather, health, and high emotions, to the world-changing effect of the rise of female workers, to the many "firsts" including the introduction of standard time, pre-sized clothing, canned goods, toilets, and Santa Claus, The Untold Civil War reveals new facets of a seemingly well-known slice of American history, just in time to commemorate its 150th anniversary. Dramatically illustrated with archival images and objects and compelling contemporary photography, this book delivers a surprise on every page- from precious personal mementos to forgotten battle sites; from newly recovered glass-plate negatives that reveal long-obscured photographic details to long-lost documents; this book adds a new dimension to our understanding of the Civil War and is a must-have for anyone with an interest in American history. Six thematic chapters-such as "Characters," "Connections," and "A War of Firsts"-present a short introductory essay followed by approximately 30 self-contained stories that detail surprising, little-known, and fresh aspects of the war. Themes both large and small will be explored and contextualized, painting a fascinating portrait of our national character and showcasing the enduring impact of the Civil War., National Geographic presents provocative stories shedding new light on the Civil War, American history's watershed, from Union and Confederate soldiers to Abraham Lincoln and Gettysburg. Was Gettysburg a tactical success, or was the outcome determined by a far more mundane factor: access to fresh water? How did the need to spread information about the dead and wounded give rise to the U.S. Postal Service? Did President Lincoln really age so dramatically during the course of the war, or was a rare disease to blame for the shocking difference in images of him from before and during the war? From overlooked elements, such as the role of weather, health, and high emotions, to the world-changing effect of the rise of female workers, to the many "firsts" including the introduction of standard time, pre-sized clothing, canned goods, toilets, and Santa Claus, The Untold Civil War reveals new facets of a seemingly well-known slice of American history, just in time to commemorate its 150th anniversary. Dramatically illustrated with archival images and objects and compelling contemporary photography, this book delivers a surprise on every page: from precious personal mementos to forgotten battle sites; from newly recovered glass-plate negatives that reveal long-obscured photographic details to long-lost documents; this book adds a new dimension to our understanding of the Civil War and is a must-have for anyone with an interest in American history. Six thematic chapters--such as "Characters," "Connections," and "A War of Firsts"--present a short introductory essay followed by approximately 30 self-contained stories that detail surprising, little-known, and fresh aspects of the war. Themes both large and small will be explored and contextualized, painting a fascinating portrait of our national character and showcasing the enduring impact of the Civil War.
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- 11 Nov, 2022
No more facts about the Civil War
Very good book very easy to read and text you from the beginning and all between and also it told me a lot of stuff that I did not know I’d like to Civil WarVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 01 Jun, 2016
A great read
This is a compelling book of little known facts of the people and places of f the Civil War.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 24 Jan, 2024
Super interesting
Super interesting book about the Civil War. So many neat stories about ordinary people who went through this unbelievable conflict.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 31 Jul, 2019
Just right.
Wonderful stories.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
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