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Article: The Civil War Book of Lists.
- Article from:
- Military Review
- Article date:
- September 1, 2003
- Author:
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Donald Cartmell, New Page Books, Franklin Lakes, NJ, 2001, 263 pages, $17.99.
The Civil War Book of Lists by Donald Cartmell is a fresh look at the Civil War era. Clear, comprehensive, and concise, this compendium addresses myriad topics related to the Civil War inclusive of antebellum, wartime, and postbellum facts. While the book lives up to its title, it is not just another book of lists. It provides context and boundaries for a plethora of lists, addressing almost every conceivable topic relevant to the Civil War.
Cartmell's intent is to infuse new life into one's view of the Civil War. Doing justice to the participants and the battles, the book is ...