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Civil War Trilogy Ser.: The Killer Angels : The Classic Novel of the Civil War by Michael Shaara (1996, Trade Paperback)

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Immerse yourself in the gripping story of the American Civil War with Michael Shaara's "The Killer Angels". This classic novel, published by Random House Publishing Group in 1996, tells the tale of the Battle of Gettysburg through the eyes of the soldiers who fought it. With 368 pages, this trade paperback novel is a must-read for anyone interested in war and military, sagas, biographical, or historical topics. The book measures 8.2 inches in length, 5.4 inches in width, and 0.8 inches in height, and weighs 9.4 ounces. It is written in English and is part of the Civil War Trilogy. The author masterfully weaves together a compelling narrative that transports you back in time and makes you feel like you are a part of the action.

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"My favorite historical novel . . . a superb re-creation of the Battle of Gettysburg, but its real importance is its insight into what the war was about, and what it meant."--James M. McPherson In the four most bloody and courageous days of our nation's history, two armies fought for two conflicting dreams. One dreamed of freedom, the other of a way of life. Far more than rifles and bullets were carried into battle. There were memories. There were promises. There was love. And far more than men fell on those Pennsylvania fields. Bright futures, untested innocence, and pristine beauty were also the casualties of war. Michael Shaara's Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece is unique, sweeping, unforgettable--the dramatic story of the battleground for America's destiny.

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Random House Publishing Group
ISBN-10
034540727x
ISBN-13
9780345407276
eBay Product ID (ePID)
20038298936

Product Key Features

Book Title
Killer Angels : the Classic Novel of the Civil War
Author
Michael Shaara
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Topic
War & Military, Sagas, Biographical, Historical
Publication Year
1996
Genre
Fiction
Number of Pages
368 Pages

Dimensions

Item Length
8.2in
Item Height
0.8in
Item Width
5.4in
Item Weight
9.4 Oz

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Series Volume Number
2
Lc Classification Number
Ps3569.H2k55 1996
Reviews
"My favorite historical novel . . . a superb re-creation of the Battle of Gettysburg, but its real importance is its insight into what the war was about, and what it meant."-James M. McPherson "Remarkable . . . a book that changed my life . . . I had never visited Gettysburg, knew almost nothing about that battle before I read the book, but here it all came alive."-Ken Burns "Utterly absorbing . . . Shaara fabulously, convincingly brings characters such as Robert E. Lee to life and makes the conflict all too real."- Forbes "Shaara carries [the reader] swiftly and dramatically to a climax as exciting as if it were being heard for the first time."- The Seattle Times, "The best and most realistic historical novel about war I have ever read." GENERAL H. NORMAN SCHWARZKOPF "My favorite historical novel . . . A superb re-creation of the Battle of Gettysburg, but its real importance is its insight into what the war was about, and what it meant." JAMES M. MCPHERSON Author ofBattle Cry of Freedom "Remarkable . . . A book that changed my life . . . I had never visited Gettysburg, knew almost nothing about that battle before I read the book, but here it all came alive." KEN BURNS Filmmaker,The Civil War "Shaara carries [the reader] swiftly and dramatically to a climax as exciting as if it were being heard for the first time." The Seattle Times From the Hardcover edition., "My favorite historical novel . . . a superb re-creation of the Battle of Gettysburg, but its real importance is its insight into what the war was about, and what it meant."--James M. McPherson "Remarkable . . . a book that changed my life . . . I had never visited Gettysburg, knew almost nothing about that battle before I read the book, but here it all came alive."--Ken Burns "Utterly absorbing . . . Shaara fabulously, convincingly brings characters such as Robert E. Lee to life and makes the conflict all too real."-- Forbes "Shaara carries [the reader] swiftly and dramatically to a climax as exciting as if it were being heard for the first time."-- The Seattle Times, "My favorite historical novel . . . a superb re-creation of the Battle of Gettysburg, but its real importance is its insight into what the war was about, and what it meant."-James M. McPherson "Remarkable . . . a book that changed my life . . . I had never visited Gettysburg, knew almost nothing about that battle before I read the book, but here it all came alive."-Ken Burns "Utterly absorbing . . . Shaara fabulously, convincingly brings characters such as Robert E. Lee to life and makes the conflict all too real."-Forbes "Shaara carries [the reader] swiftly and dramatically to a climax as exciting as if it were being heard for the first time."-The Seattle Times
Copyright Date
1974
Target Audience
Trade
Lccn
96-096190
Series
Civil War Trilogy Ser.
Illustrated
Yes

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5 out of 5 stars
by theestatepreser...Feb 03, 2009
A Pulitzer Prize-Winning Novel Well Worth the Accolades
Michael Shaara's Pulitzer Prize-winning historical novel "The Killer Angels" provides more details about the Battle of Gettysburg than any piece of academic nonfiction. His account of the "High Water Mark" of the Civil War features deft characterizations, including Confederate Generals Robert E. Lee, James Longstreet, and George Pickett as well as Union Generals Buford, and Hancock. Shaara successfully presents various perspectives of the three-day battle by using his characters' voices. The most compelling figure in the book is Colonel Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain, whose 20th Maine regiment held the Union's left flank on the second day of the battle. The unit's bravery at Little Round Top helped turn the tide of the second day and set the stage for the third day's confrontation at the Angle, during Pickett's Charge. "The Killer Angels" includes numerous maps, which convey a complete sense of what happened at Gettysburg, during July 1-3, 1863. Michael Shaara's ability to convey the thoughts of men in battle- especially their confusion, the "fog of battle"- is positively breath-taking. Reading history is rarely so informative, or as entertaining, as in this book. Anyone who has been to the Gettysburg battlefield will appreciate Shaara's ability to bring the battlefield to life.Read full review
4 out of 5 stars
by mattesoncornerJul 29, 2009
A review of Killer Angels by M. Shaara
I found this to be a difficult read, not because it was poorly written but because of the amount of detail and facts included. Shaara uses actual notes written by the generals and their lieutenants to keep the story acurate with detail. A great depiction of the Battle of Gettysburg during the Civil War. The Civil War was a war between the North (Union) and the South (Confederates) of the United States of America over various different reasons. The war lasts from April 12, 1861 to May 1865 occurring 5 years of bloodshed against a divided country. Shaara specifically covers the Battle of Gettysburg which takes place from July 1, 1863, to July 3, 1863. The Battle of Gettysburg was a major turning point of the war. If the Confederates had won Gettysburg, the Confederates would have certainly threatened to end the war with a march on Washington.Read full review
5 out of 5 stars
by 7O4gD30KTXS@Del...Dec 22, 2017
Fascinating
History that's hard to put down. I'm reading the whole Shaara Civil War series and sorry that I'm on the last one.
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5 out of 5 stars
by longbeardjrFeb 29, 2020
Great Book!
One of the best books I’ve read in a while! It’s almost like you’re right there standing on the battlefield at times!
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5 out of 5 stars
by stevalexande5Oct 14, 2022
Great read, great story about our history.
Almost like you were there. You can almost smell the smoke and hear the gunfire.
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