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PublisherRandom House Publishing Group
ISBN-100679601120
ISBN-139780679601128
eBay Product ID (ePID)332282
Product Key Features
Book TitleStars in Their Courses : the Gettysburg Campaign, June-July 1963
Number of Pages304 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1994
TopicMilitary / Strategy, Military / United States, United States / Civil War Period (1850-1877)
IllustratorYes
FeaturesReprint
GenreHistory
AuthorShelby Foote
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight12.2 Oz
Item Length7.5 in
Item Width5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN94-196068
Edition DescriptionReprint
SynopsisA matchless account of the Battle of Gettysburg, drawn from Shelby Foote's landmark history of the Civil War Shelby Foote's monumental three-part chronicle, The Civil War: A Narrative, was hailed by Walker Percy as "an unparalleled achievement, an American Iliad, a unique work uniting the scholarship of the historian and the high readability of the first-class novelist." Here is the central chapter of the central volume, and therefore the capstone of the arch, in a single volume. Complete with detailed maps, Stars in Their Courses brilliantly recreates the three-day conflict: It is a masterly treatment of a key great battle and the events that preceded it--not as legend has it but as it really was, before it became distorted by controversy and overblown by remembered glory.
LC Classification NumberE475.51.F66 1994
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- 12. Jun. 2016
I could hear Shelby Foote's voice
If you're familiar with the Ken Burns series on the Civil War, you know Shelby Foote's voice. As I read "Stars in Their Courses," at times I began to hear his voice, almost as if it was an audio book. Foote writes like he talks--with lots of dashes interrupting his thought. Obviously there's a difference between the written word and the spoken word. I found that this book was best read by "hearing" Foote's voice. I know it might sound strange, but otherwise his broken sentences can be a bit confusing. Shelby Foote's account is a quick read. Don't look for footnotes here because they'll only slow you down. Remember, Foote is more of a novelist/storyteller than an academic historian. So his book is filled with texture--little experiences in the lives of common soldiers (and leaders) that never seem to make it into the history books, but which make the story live. But again, without footnotes, you'll have to take his word for their veracity. Still, all in all, this is a great book and highly recommended as a more "entry level" study of the Gettysburg campaign.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 05. Sep. 2019
Outstanding narrative!
Outstanding narrative takes you to Gettysburg July 1-4 1863. How and why it happened. The description of the days after the battle, brings to life Lee's retreat back to Pennsylvania and Meade's hesitation to pursue. Simply compelling U.S. history.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 22. Aug. 2018
Easy read
It’s written for the common reader. Some authors try to write to make themselves sound smart. Shelby Foote makes sure that Gettysburg is understood and enjoyed.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 07. Aug. 2021
title says it all. great.
i find shelby foote easy to read and understand. its written so dummy s me can follow all the action . love novels written by mr. foote.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 17. Feb. 2021
Well worth reading!
Great book written by one of the best authors on the Civil WarBestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 12. Aug. 2023
Self-explanatory. Great leaders meeting their individual destinies.
Shelby is a great writer and the source on all things Civil War. Well researched and an insightful read. Highly recommend.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 23. Mai. 2020
Excellent little book!
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- 15. Mär. 2022
Shelby Foote at his best.
For history buffs, it just doesn’t get better. Foote puts the reader on the field and in the minds of those who were there.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 10. Sep. 2018
My book
Great book. Delivered in a timely manner and in excellent conditionBestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 10. Aug. 2021
Buy It
One of the best civil war books that I have ever bought PERIOD.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
