Reminiscences of the Civil War [Paperback]

John Brown Gordon (Author), Ralph Lowell Eckert (Introduction)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1993

This book is a facsimile reprint and may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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About the Author

John Brown Gordon (February 6, 1832 - January 9, 1904) was one of Robert E. Lee's most trusted Confederate generals during the American Civil War. After the war, he was a strong opponent of Reconstruction and is thought by some to have been the titular leader of the Ku Klux Klan in Georgia during the late 1860s. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as a U.S. Senator from 1873 to 1880, and again from 1891-1897. He also served as the 53rd Governor of Georgia from 1886 to 1890. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 474 pages
• Publisher: Louisiana State University Press (July 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 080711863X
• ISBN-13: 978-0807118634
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,882,450 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A great book!, March 11, 2002

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Todd E. Newman (Valparaiso, IN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Reminiscences of the Civil War (Paperback)

John Gordon's book is an important book to read for those trying to gain an understanding of the Civil War and a perspective of a individual that had been involved in multiple engagements. From the start, Gordon writes about raising the Racoon Roughs and their start in Georgia which carries the reader chronologically throughout various battles. His service to the Confederate cause is covered well from his early beginnings to his involvement with General Lee in the surrender at Apomattox. This book is an important tool for understanding the fairness and qualities of Gordon and his sympathies for the people involved in the Civil War be it North or South. His character in speaking about individuals involved is fair and truly demonstrates that he wasn't just another 'racist' that fought for the South which is typical of only today's modern society. It is a must read for those looking to get into the mind of a great Southern leader. I would have rated this book 5 stars if Gordon would have only covered his involvement in the Civil War instead of writing reports on battles he wasn't involved with, though shaped the outcome of the Civil War. It would have better in my opinion if the book didn't get into explaining other battles or problems which Gordon had not took part in since it didn't appear that those other situations affected him.

8 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A real good book..., December 12, 2001

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Chris Todd Davidson "Pastor Chris Davidson; U... (Meridian, MS United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Reminiscences of the Civil War (Paperback)

This is an excellent book. Gordon may not be as well known as some Confederate Generals, Nevertheless, He was a very good officier and a gentlemen that can discuss the many complex issues with the Battles he was a part of. I strongly suggest that you read this book to learn more about him and his part in the war between the States.

8 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Worth the Read!, April 9, 2001

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Thomas P. Petznick (Bowling Green, KY United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Reminiscences of the Civil War (Hardcover)

Being a passionate reader of autobiographical accounts of the Civil War, I have to put this book on my top five of all-time favorites. General Gordon writes in a concise, easy-to-read style that demonstrates his intelligence as a leader and character as a great American.