The first was a great book and the second was entertaining, but not quite in the same class. State adjutant generals reports for the civil war in the national archives library civil war state adjutant generals reports held by alic. Creating this list has been both very easy and extraordinarily difficult. These weapons include edged weapons such as knives, swords, and bayonets, firearms such as, rifledmuskets, breech loaders and repeating weapons, various field guns such as artillery, and new weapons such as the early grenade.
For more information on what data is contained in the cookies, please see our cookie policy. Civil war books on civil war weapons, civil war pictures. Jeff shahara wrote the killer angels, the definitive historical fiction book about chamberlain and the battle of gettysburg, and he and his son have written numerous other good books about the ci. But ive recognized this novel as a mustread for years, and finally decided. I would not be surprised to learn that there are more selfpublished books on the american civil war than any other american historical topic. Throes of democracy,harper collins, new york, ny 2008 the american civil war. Score a book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Books about the civil war, including fiction and non fiction selections. The american civil war is a popular point of divergence in englishlanguage alternate history fiction. It was released in the united states on september 22.
Many weapons were used in the the civil war from knives to swords along with a variety of firearms, including rifles, pistols, muskets, and repeating weapons. The first world war inspired established authors, soldiers, combat nurses, and grieving loved ones to write intimate accounts of the horrors and devastating loss they experienced. Pathfinder military history nonfiction guide to the. The art and science of field artillery from the american civil war to the dawn of the 21st century. This list may not reflect recent changes learn more. The killer angels by michael shaara, the last full measure by jeff shaara, mrs. The guns of the south is an alternate history novel set during the american civil war by harry turtledove. Reference books on the civil war the books on this highly selective list are shelved in alic.
I do read historical fiction, but tend to stay away from books on the civil warbut i have read the killer angels and a blaze of glory. With such a wide range of options, there have to a be a few with some really interesting stories to go with them. American civil war weapons reference books new and used limited quantities civil war weapons and equipment. Find civil war books, with photos of gettysburg battlefield, civil war weapons. Some of the new weapon technologies used in the civil war include rifled gun barrels, the minie ball and repeating rifles. Dec 27, 2010 the top 12 civil war books ever written one great book for each month of 2011, the sesquicentennial of the war between the states. This online collection provides access to about 7,000 different views and portraits made during the american civil war 18611865 and its immediate aftermath. Alabama historic iron works commission eye witness to the civil war. Civil war, guns, books, book covers, gallery, america civil war, weapons guns, weapons, livres. The more you read about the war, the more you will want to read dont say you werent warned. One great way to satiate cravings for this era of american history to read books about the civil war. Aug, 2012 civil war books for kids can help spark an interest in history or fuel a fire thats already been lit. The guns of the south by harry turtledove goodreads.
This is a list about the best novels about the civil war. Selected weapons of the american civil war thoughtco. Also known as the war between the states or the american civil war, this battle lasted from 1861 1865 in the united states. Considered one of the first modern and industrial wars, the american civil war saw a wealth of new technology and weapons come onto the battlefield. Timelife books presents echoes of glory an extraordinary, threevolume collection using the enduring relies of the north and south.
These weapons include edged weapons such as knives, swords, and bayonets, firearms such as, rifledmuskets, breech loaders and repeating weapons, various field guns such as artillery, and new weapons. Civil war books for kids can help spark an interest in history or fuel a fire thats already been lit. Fiction and nonfiction books about or set during the american civil war. Their war made them national icons, and their war reputations dictated the balance of their lives, careers, and posterity. Ellsworth, the dashing officer who is considered to be the first union casualty of.
Sep 07, 2017 american war tells the story of the second american civil war, between the north and the south, through the tale of a young girl sarat. For indeed there are civil war books that take a decidedly lighthearted approach to the topic, discussing some of the curiosities of the era such as secret weapons that largely went no where, unique and eccentric personalities consider the exploits of elmer e. Jul 19, 2014 i do read historical fiction, but tend to stay away from books on the civil war but i have read the killer angels and a blaze of glory. This gallery provides an overview of the weapons used by both sides during the conflict. One great way to satiate cravings for this era of american history to. My mom ordered rifles for watie from the gods world book club flyer. To accept cookies from this site, please click the allow cookies button below. There arent many ive read, and ive got a few more waiting, but i dont ever expect fiction to be a large part of my reading about the cw, too many factual books to go through.
A novel and millions of other books are available for. During the war, a variety of weapons were used on both sides. Southern victory, another turtledove novel focused on a confederate victory and its circumstances. Still valley, a the twilight zone episode focusing on the civil war. The american civil war, fought between the union and confederate forces, took place from 1861 to 1865. Advances during the conflict included a transition from muzzleloading rifles to repeating breechloaders, as well as the rise of armored, ironhulled ships.
This website requires cookies to provide all of its features. The civil war was not only the last war fought entirely on u. Any recommended reading list therefore has to be highly selective and at least somewhat arbitrary. Instead of a civil war breaking out between north and south. The top 12 civil war books ever written one great book for each month of 2011, the sesquicentennial of the war between the states. It is absolutely uniquewithout question the most fascinating civil war novel i have ever. Find civil war books, with photos of gettysburg battlefield, civil war weapons, american civil war heroes, civil war pictures, civil war flags, american civil war weapons, civil war maps, american civil war flags, and all the civil war books now offered in this online catalog of civil war books for sale. The speculative civil war novel comes home the intercept.
This is a broad library containing novels like the red badge of courage and uncle toms cabin, civil war stories by ambrose pierce, ppems from julia ward howe and emily dickison, and historical documents including the. So here, in no particular order, are my nine favorite civil war novels, with a. No wonder, then, that the war has been the subject of so many dramatic films and documentaries. May 06, 2016 10 nonfiction books about the civil war that will fascinate any history buff.
Describes weapons used during the american civil war, including those used by the cavalry, the infantry, and the navy, and examines the effectiveness of each weapon on the battlefield. What are the best historically accurate books about the. It is absolutely uniquewithout question the most fascinating civil war novel i have ever read. Theres a new book out by edward hull on the lindner rifles and carbines. A fictional so far history of the second american civil war. A second american civil war and a devastating plague a story that asks what might happen if america were to turn its most devastating policies and deadly weapons upon itself.
Popular fiction american civil war books goodreads. A collection of short stories, books, essays, speeches, letters, and poems that concern themselves with the american civil war 1861 1865. In this novel, following the trent affair, the british empire joins the civil. Theres a huge market now in swordandsandal historical fiction drawing on the chaos of roman politics and wars. The first world war inspired established authors, soldiers, combat nurses, and grieving family members to write about the horrors and devastating losses they experienced. This is a broad library containing novels like the red badge of courage and uncle toms cabin, civil war stories by ambrose pierce, ppems from julia ward howe and emily dickison, and historical documents including the emancipation proclamation, and. The following 81 pages are in this category, out of 81 total. Heres a selection of poems, shorts stories, and books about the war s raw brutality, in contrast with patriotic verses and platitudes. Jun 23, 2019 the civil war was the bloodiest conflict in american history, turning brother against brother and devastating large regions of the country. American civil war alternate histories are alternate history fiction that focuses on the civil war or a lack thereof ending differently. Michiko kakutani, the new york timesan audacious and powerful debut novel. The killer angels by michael shaara, gone with the wind by margaret mitchell, cold mountain by charles frazier, gods. Field artillery weapons of the civil war, revised edition. Far more books have been written about the civil war than about any other event in american history, and lincolns stack of books towers over that of any other american figure.
The cooperation of public and private collections and institutions brings you neverbeforepublished images and stories that. These mustread books cover both fiction and nonfiction about the war. A rebel in time, another civil war alternate history involving time travel and a racist sending advanced weapons to the confederacy. A list of 100 wonderful, mustread books about the civil war era, spanning several decades and genres. United states history civil war, 18611865 include extended shelves you can also browse an alphabetical list from this subject or from. From james mcphersons definitive history to tony horwitzs adventures among obsessives, here are the 11 best books on the civil war in time for the. See more ideas about novels, war and american civil war. The american civil war was the bloodiest armed conflict this nation has ever seen on its own soil. The american civil war saw tremendous advances in military technology. Aug 01, 2016 a list of 100 of the best civil war books, spanning several decades and genres. Both died at age sixtythree, lee long since weary of life, and grant ready to live it again. How republican reformers fought the civil war, defied lincoln, ended slavery, and remade america. American war tells the story of the second american civil war, between the north and the south, through the tale of a young girl sarat. Lee, robert edward, 18071870, united states history civil war, 18611865 fiction, virginia.
The civil war was the bloodiest conflict in american history, turning brother against brother and devastating large regions of the country. Ive always had a lot of questions about these, and finally someone has written a definitive work on these interesting weapons. And when you tire of history, theres civil war fiction. American civil warteen fiction, historical fiction teen fiction.
It is easy to find great books on civil war battles, but it is almost impossible to pick only ten. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. The best examples bring this fascinating period of history to life and illuminate the many ways in which the war changed the course of. Books about the civil war, including fiction and nonfiction selections. Rhoodies america will break brotherhood hopes to foster a haven for. Final memoirs of a staff officer serving in virginia. He is now recognized as a leading expert on infantry weapons and. The images represent the original glass plate negatives made under. List of weapons in the american civil war wikipedia. We offer a selection of wwi poems, short stories and books that expressed the wars raw brutality, in contrast with the patriotic platitudes and recruitment poster slogans of the period. Civil war weapons varied from swords to submarines, and from hunting muskets to hand grenades. Guns of the south by harry turtledove, members of the afrikaner. Civil war books on civil war weapons, civil war pictures and more. Two new books reimagine the secession novel, a speculative fiction subgenre.