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  • After the Civil War

  • The Heroes, Villains, Soldiers, and Civilians Who Changed America
  • By: James Robertson
  • Narrated by: Barry Press
  • Length: 11 hrs and 7 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (21 ratings)

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Returning to the turbulent days of a nation divided, best-selling author and acclaimed historian James Robertson explores 70 fascinating figures who shaped America during Reconstruction and beyond. Relentless politicians, intrepid fighters, cunning innovators - the times called for bold moves, and this resilient generation would not disappoint. From William Tecumseh Sherman, a fierce leader who would revolutionize modern warfare, to Thomas Nast, whose undefeatable weapon was his stirring cartoons, these are the people who weathered the turmoil to see a nation reborn. Following these extraordinary legends from the battle lines to the White House, from budding metropolises to the wooly west, we rediscover the foundation of this great country.

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©2015 James Robertson (P)2015 Blackstone Audio, Inc.
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an unexpected treat.

most enjoyable and informative book. well read and full of information. I highly recommend this.

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biased towards the confederacy.

don't read this book of you want a nuanced history of reconstruction. the author paints the Union as corrupt conquerors and minimises the south's atrocities. anyone not already familiar with the time period would be better off finding another book on the subject as I had to filter out a lot of what was said.

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