American Civil War: The Essential Reference Guide

This essential reference work helps promote a thorough understanding of the conflict that divided the nation and proved more costly in terms of human suffering than any in American history.

Coinciding with the 150th anniversary of the start of the Civil War, American Civil War: The Essential Reference Guide offers an accessible, single—volume source on the conflict that helped define the American nation. Enhanced by historical illustrations and documents, this guide promotes a nuanced unders...