The Complete Civil War Road Trip Guide: More than 400 Civil War Sites, from Antietam to Zagonyi's Charge [Paperback]

Michael Weeks (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 2009

The Complete Civil War Road Trip Guide is the definitive guidebook for Civil War tourists, from the novice historian to the die-hard Civil War buff.

The book outlines ten suggested itineraries for short road trips that cover every major battle of the war that will enable a traveler to experience this definitive period of American history. For those who can’t resist trying to see it all, the book contains complete information on and reviews of almost 450 historical sites across the United States related to the Civil War, including all 384 of the principal battlefields listed by the Civil War Sites Advisory Commission, as well as lodging and other travel information.

The Complete Civil War Road Trip Guide will enable the historical traveler of any level to experience the Civil War like no other book has done. 50 black & white

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About the Author

Michael Weeks is an amateur historian with a passion for the road. He has driven tens of thousands of miles across America in order to experience first-hand the amazing stories and experiences that U.S. history has to offer. Michael lives in the South Loop area of Chicago, Illinois with his wife, Charlotte, and works as an occupational health and safety consultant. He is a graduate of Purdue University. His books include The Complete Civil War Road Trip Guide and Civil War Road Trip: A Guide to Northern Virginia, Maryland & Pennsylvania.

Product Details

• Paperback: 504 pages
• Publisher: Countryman Press; Original edition (June 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0881508608
• ISBN-13: 978-0881508604
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #51,095 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #59 in Books > Travel > Reference & Tips > Tourist Destinations & Museums

More About the Author

Michael Weeks is an amateur historian with a passion for the road. He has driven tens of thousands of miles across America in search of the living roots of U.S. history. Weeks lives in the South Loop area of Chicago, Illinois, with his wife, Charlotte. Although Weeks is the author of a comprehensive road trip guide, ironically, he does not own a car. You can follow him and contact him on Twitter @cwroadtrip.

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43 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Civil War Battlefield Guide!, May 27, 2009

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Bob the Librarian - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Complete Civil War Road Trip Guide: More than 400 Civil War Sites, from Antietam to Zagonyi's Charge (Paperback)

This Civil War guidebook is a must for the battlefield stomper! Ten weekend tours of Civil War battlefields and other sites are presented in a very informative, easy-to-follow format. There are four parts: The War in the West, The War on the Coasts, The War in the East, and The Wide-Ranging War (other Civil War sites). There are tours within each part. Each tour has a location map and an overview narrative followed by sections on People to Know, Things to Know, The Can't Miss Sites. The Site Detailed section has the address, phone number and hours of operation. There is also a Where to Stay section. The author has also included very good photographs throughout the book. A bibliography and appendices (principal battle lists and alternative battle names) are included at the end. The guidebook makes for a great addition to the book collection of any Civil War enthusiast, both novice and scholar.

22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Most comprehensive guide of its kind, October 15, 2009

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Longtime editor (Behind the desk) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Complete Civil War Road Trip Guide: More than 400 Civil War Sites, from Antietam to Zagonyi's Charge (Paperback)

Countryman Press consistently produces quality guides and this one is up to their high standards. In its combination of battle synopses, directions, and geograpical range this is the most comprehensive guide to Civil War sites yet published. There are a few times in which directions to rural sites might be a little more detailed, but the directions provided will at the very least get the traveler pointed in the right direcction. This is an impressive accomplishment.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Nice Civil War Guide Book, December 30, 2009

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Chris "Chris906" (Biloxi, MS United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Complete Civil War Road Trip Guide: More than 400 Civil War Sites, from Antietam to Zagonyi's Charge (Paperback)

This is a really good guide book on the Civil War by Michael Weeks. I really enjoyed reading it and will continue to consult it many times in the future. I like the maps and photographs that are contained. Though most Civil War buffs will know the battlefield summaries the information on the individual sites today is very informative. This is my favorite part of the book and I enjoy reading his opinions on how the site looks like now and how well preserved it is. Weeks should also be commended for going to many obscure locations and telling what a visitor can expect to see. The information on battles west of the Mississippi I find very enjoyably presented and contains much good site info. The famous campaigns of the war are also nicely presented.

I highly recommend this book to veteran and novice Civil War buff alike!

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