Though Emma writes from the perspective of the losing side of the Civil War, and though her beliefs on race clash greatly with our times, her persistence in the face of horrible suffering is a magnificent example to us all. She stands as testimony to the powerful spirit of the South and of Southern women in particular. Were we as committed to the ideals of our day as she was to those of her day, ours would be a powerful society indeed. Her diary is all the more shocking when you realize that she was only seventeen when she began writing

A short account of the final days of the Civil War where Grant forces Lee into bloody battles of the Wilderness, Spotsylvania, North Anna, Cold Harbor, and Petersburg. Grant forces the Confederates to use their most precious resource--manpower, and wins the Civil War. Good insights on how Lincoln backed Grant to the full degree in his waging of the war. Also a good overview of the final days in both Richmond and Washington D. C. For those who doubt Grant's genius, they should read this book.

This is the only Civil War book I have ever discarded for
reason of poor quality of history. The organization is dreadful, and the writing is doubtful. If you want to learn
about the Vicksburg Campaign, steer clear of this one. If
you already know about the Vicksburg Campaign, you really
don't want to investigate this creation; it could "taint" your
knowledge.
I don't really know if it's the worst Civil War book ever,
but it's got to be in the Top Ten. A disgraceful waste of paper and ink!