An exhaustive, illustrated Chronology that provides a day-by-day view of America's bloodiest conflict in the words of eyewitnesses. ( )

This is a great history of the events of the Civil War. I liked how this book was laid out in chronological order so that you know what events occurred when. In addition, it was nice to be able to see what events were occurring simultaneously. The best part of this book, however, was the fact that it was filled with primary sources. The speeches, as well as diaries, and letters of correspondence between people help you to know what people were thinking and feeling. It was like reading history, but also being there and experiencing it too.

There were numerous wonderful pictures in the book which I really enjoyed, but I would have liked some maps to help me visualize where the events took place. ( )