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Liked It1 of 1 members found this review helpful “Having never been a big history or war buff I was slow to get around to reading this one, but becuase it came highly reccomended to me and because my interest in this period was sparked by reading The Red Badge of Courage, I did. And after reading it am really glad I did. |
Didn’t Like It2 of 3 members found this review helpful “The story of Gettysburg is told from both sides of the war. Just OK. Though I think Civil War and military history buffs would probably love it. I think I would've loved it if it had either been a work of non-fiction, or if it had focused more on one key player. It jumped around between too many...” see full review » see other reviews » |
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“Stunning: a true masterpiece of historical fiction, and a tenet of modern literature. Captures with perfect clarity and description one of the greatest battles of American history.”
Will Fagan wrote this review 2 days ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“I like to learn about the battles at Gettysburg and the civil war, but this book was a little too detailed for my liking. It talks about specific generals and regiments and that isn't exactly my cup of tea, but it was still a well written book. I recommend it to anyone who likes to learn a lot about the civil war. ”
Andy Dunnam wrote this review 2 days ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“Outstanding. Never thought I would like historical novels.”
Tony Politano wrote this review 4 days ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“This is a third re-read of this book which I find hard to put down once started. The first two reads were in preparation for leading a staff ride of the Gettysberg battlefield with an Officer Canidate Class (OCS) numerous years ago. Although not a true word for word account of the battle it brings meaning to what the story behind the battle could have been. During the previous reads and staff ride the battle I used the book to place the battle into the context of the military principles being taught. As I read through the account this time I thought it would be interesting to consider the actions of the main charecters using John Maxwell's various books which I am currently studying. There were several laws and principles that placed some of the leader's actions in an interesting light. It maybe interesting to revisit this when time allows. Or maybe a John Maxwell staff ride of the Gettysberg battlefield for some of my executive coaching clients. We will see. ”
Henry Schuurman wrote this review 6 days ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“Excellent up close look of battle at Gettysburg.”
Margie B wrote this review Monday, April 22, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Love the Civil War? Great book... if you get through the opening.”
Mrs. Smyth wrote this review Thursday, April 11, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Absolutely blown away. Would have never thought that a civil war novel would grasp my attention the way this one day. The writing was superb, easy to read and the characters(even though it is hard to label real-life people as characters) likable. I felt like I got inside the head of each and every one of them. I want to read other Michael Shaara books now after reading The Killer Angels. ”
lini c wrote this review Tuesday, April 9, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“This most compelling historical fiction novel every written about the Battle of Gettysburg won a Pulitzer Prize. Told from the point of view of various generals, Shaara introduces us to the main players and lets us explore both sides of the bloodiest battle of the Civil War and the men who fought it. A must read for everyone interested in American History in general, and the Civil War in particular. A Reader's Corner Highly Recommended Read.”
Iceangel9 wrote this review Saturday, March 23, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“A personalized view as well as a battlefield tactical view of one of the most lethal battles of the Civil War. Shaara's style of portraying the inner thoughts of the generals is especially compelling. ”
Keith Weinberger wrote this review Friday, March 8, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“A historically-based and well-researched novel of the conditions, situation, and strategies during the Battle of Gettysburg. The likely character and thoughts of the major battlefield leaders, and the reasons for the outcomes told in story form. Engaging. Made to be read chapter by chapter.”
Brian Lee wrote this review Sunday, February 3, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
