The Civil War: A Narrative, Vol. 3: Red River to Appomattox Audiobook

" An "American Illiad" indeed. "

" Reread and rating changed from 3 to 4. More appreciated the 2nd time through. Another must read for all interested in American history. This trilogy is really the definitive history of the civil war presented in a very readable style. It has been criticized for omitting mention of some of the atrocities committed by both southern and northern troops, but this is not an important omission. "

" This is the third of Shelby Foote's three-volume coverage of the American Civil War. While he was not trained as an historian, his twelve years of research place his work in the realm of scholars. More than that, his beautiful prose, poignant observations and thoughtful coverage of the war yields a comprehensive understanding, not only of what happened, but how devastating the rift turned out to be. Regardless of the war's outcome, it would have lasting repercussions which we, as a nation have still not yet overcome. "

" Historical Narrative doesn't get any better! "

" One of the best of all the accounts of the Civil War. "

" Loved the ending and epilogue detailing how all key characters lived out their lives in post-war America. "

" An extremely long, comprehensive account of the Civil War. I think it is fair to say that if Shelby Foote didn't write about it, then it didn't matter. "

" Shelby Foote's 3 volume narrative of the Civil War is great for anyone who is very interested in the Civil War. I emphasize very interested because each volume is over a 1000 pages. Foote was featured in Ken Burn's Civil War on PBS. "

" perfectly genius, makes history read like a novel, and the novel to read like history; beautiful, detailed, brilliant "

" I read this entire three volume epic after watching the PBS special on TV about the Civil War and saw Shelby Foote quoted so much. This gives a pretty full account of the war. Not exactly light reading. "

" The last volume of the classic trilogy by Shelby Foote. This last volume deals with the years 1864-1865. It tells of Sherman's invasion and burning of Atlanta as well as the surrender of General Lee to General Grant at Appomattox. "

" I look forward to re-reading this final,volume of Foote's Civil War trilogy. His sympathies are clear in his recounting of events but he still handles the massive materials in an even-handed manner. his droll humor works it's way thought the three volume set. "

" A fantastic conclusion to an epic series. "

" Simply a must-read for anyone interested in the Civil War. "

" The portrait of Robert E. Lee keeps Volume 3 interesting. I also like the parts discussing Lincoln in the months preceeding his re-election and until his assasination just a few months after the second inauguration. "

" this was one of the best detailed reading of the events of the civil war. I started with volume 3 and going to continue with volume 2 next "

" Reads like a novel but very factual and gives a balanced account of the war from the Northern and Southern point of view. "

" I read the first book in this set and loved it. I ran out of time before I could get to the last two. Each book is 1,000 pages but I want to finish them. "

" The best non-fiction series about the Civil War currently available. Foote brings his skills as a writer of fiction to a awe-inspiring work of fiction. "

" Tremendous project, sweeping scope, wonderful prose. "

" This is an outstanding civil war history. Well written, excellent detail and insights into the politics and tactics of the war. THE DEFINITIVE history in my book. "

" Wonderful if you care about the Civil War. Although the battle strategy left me cold, the personal side was well worth the almost 2 months it took me to read these books. "

" The best Civil War series available. "