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eReview: Civil War Journal: The Leaders

by Davis, Pohanka, Troiani editors Hardcover (May 1997) Rutledge Hill Pr; ISBN: 1558534377

Review by eHistory Team

The first of the series, "Civil War Journal: The Leaders," was published in 1997, and takes an in-depth look into the lives of seven Confederate leaders and seven Federal leaders. In addition to an insightful glimpse at men such as Lee, Jackson, Davis,Grant, Sherman and McClellan, the book examines the controversial lives of men such as John Brown and Frederick Douglass. Diaries, personal letters and newspaper accounts are used by the editors to bring each of the historical figures to life in vivid detail, making the book an intriguing and enjoyable read. Over 500 illustrations and rarely seen photos are spread through-out the 463 pages of the book, providing a comprehensive look into the lives of the men who would shape America's future. This book is an excellent source for both the amateur and professional Civil War Historians.