Women in the American Civil War: [2 Volumes]

by Lisa Tendrich Frank

Most Americans can name famous generals and notable battles from the Civil War. With rare exception, they know neither the women of that war nor their part in it. Yet, as this encyclopedia demonstrates, women played a critical role. The book's 400 A-Z entries focus on specific people, organizations, issues, and battles, and a dozen contextual essays provide detailed information about the social, political, and family issues that shaped women's...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1851096000
• ISBN13: 9781851096008
• Release Date: December 2007
• Publisher: ABC-CLIO
• Length: 776 Pages
• Weight: 2.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.8" x 8.8" x 11.2"