The Long Roll

Mary Johnston

Sinossi

Experience the visceral intensity of the Civil War through the eyes of the soldiers who fought on the front lines of the Confederacy. This meticulously researched account focuses on the early years of the struggle, emphasizing the brotherhood and the devastating losses of infantry life. The narrative serves as a hauntingly detailed window into the tactical and emotional realities of 19th-century warfare.

Disponibile da: 06/03/2026.

Lunghezza di stampa: 1037 pagine.

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