Summary--Sherman's March is the vivid narrative of General William T. Sherman's
devastating sweep through Georgia and the Carolinas in the closing days
of the Civil War. Weaving together hundreds of eyewitness stories, Burke
Davis graphically brings to life the dramatic experiences of the 65,000
Federal troops who plundered their way through the South and those of
the anguished -- and often defiant -- Confederate women and men who
sought to protect themselves and their family treasures, usually in
vain. Dominating these events is the general himself -- "Uncle Billy" to
his troops, the devil incarnate to the Southerners he encountered. (
from Google Books)
Pro's--This book was one of the best written history books I have ever read. Burke did a masterful job weaving eyewitness accounts into one large and fascinating story. Sometimes I laughed, sometimes I felt sick. I felt as if I received a balanced perspective of everyone and was allowed to make my own decisions about whether or not they were a noble person.
Con's--Keep in mind this book comes mostly from eye witness accounts. There is a little bit of language, mentions of inappropriate things, and occasionally some gore.
Five stars. Ages 15 and up.
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