Lincoln and the War's End
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.28 (551 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0809333511 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 152 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-05-11 |
| Language | : | English |
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Other events also receive attention, including Sherman’s march through the Carolinas and the burning of Columbia; Grant’s defeat of the Army of Northern Virginia at the Battle of Five Forks, and Lincoln’s presence at the seat of war during that campaign; the Confederate retreat from Petersburg and Richmond; and Lee’s surrender at Appomattox.Weaving the stories together chronologically, Waugh also presents the key political events of the time, particularly Lincoln’s final annual message to Congress, passage of the Thirteenth Amendment, the Second Inaugural, Lincoln’s visit to Richmond the day after it fell, and Lincoln’s final days and speeches in Washington after the Confederate surrender. Sherman’s march through Georgia to the sea; the Confederate army’s attempt to take Nashville and its loss at the battle of Frankli
Symonds, author of Lincoln and his Admirals“Bravo to master storyteller John Waugh for this fast-paced and enthralling account of the Civil War’s decisive final weeks! A lifetime of research and writing on this endlessly compelling topic is evident in his presentations of the crucial players and decisive battles. His smoothly conversational narrative, and talent for seasoning it with personality studies, eye-catching quotations, and even weather reports, sent me from cover to cover in just one intensely focused sitting.”—Richard A. Give yourself a long plane ride or a quiet weekend at home, and this little volume offers an antidote to some o
I'm enjoying a fascinating read of Lincoln and the War's End. Mr. M Once again John C. Waugh shows his skill in telling a gripping tale. There is suspense even though we know the outcome. There is the reality of hearing from the actual people, from the author's extensive research…and his drawing upon what those people wrote…weaving it into an engrossing narrative. There is the insightful spinning of a real-life yarn.. "Excellent edition to the micro-library" according to David M. Keck. John Waugh never disappoints. Excellent edition to the micro-library.