""Cruising and Blockading: A Naval Story of the Late War"" is a book written by W.H. Winslow that tells the story of naval operations during the American Civil War. The book is a first-hand account of the author's experiences as a naval officer and provides a detailed description of the strategies and tactics used by the Union Navy during the war. The book covers a range of topics, including the blockade of Southern ports, the capture of Confederate...