The Civil War Close Up

by Paul Marcello and Rob Morris

The American Civil War was fought for idealistic American goals such as freedom, states' rights, and unity. Such ideals notwithstanding, the four-year war all too often descended into outright butchery, leading to more than 620,000 deaths. Accompanied by battlefield photographs and other primary sources, this chronicle covers all aspects of the war, including the technology and battle plans of both the Union and Confederate armies. As a counterpoint...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1499461607
• ISBN13: 9781499461602
• Release Date: July 2015
• Publisher: Rosen Young Adult
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.3" x 9.3"
• Age Range: 12 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 12