The classic one-volume history of the American Civil War simultaneously captures the dramatic scope and intimate experience of that epic struggle; by Pulitzer Prize-winner Bruce Catton. Covering events from the prelude of the conflict to the death of Lincoln; Catton blends a gripping narrative with deep; yet unassuming; scholarship to bring the war alive on the page in an almost novelistic way. It is this gift for narrative that led contemporary critics to compare this book to War and Peace; and call it a “modern Iliad.†Now over fifty years old; This Hallowed Ground remains one of the best-loved and admired general Civil War books: a perfect introduction to readers beginning their exploration of the conflict; as well as a thrilling analysis and reimagining of its events for experienced students of the war.Includes maps.
#56264 in Books Sheri Fink 2013-09-10 2013-09-10Format: Deckle EdgeOriginal language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.50 x 1.78 x 6.56l; 1.79 #File Name: 0307718964576 pagesFive Days at Memorial
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I was outraged at the way these healthcare professionals were treated while doing the best they could under an extremely difficult situationBy Sherrie OakleySpending most of my life as an ICU nurse I could not stop reading this book until I found out what happened in the end. I was outraged at the way these healthcare professionals were treated while doing the best they could under an extremely difficult situation. It was eye opening to see how many people view things differently than most people who deal with the critically ill and life and death situations daily. It's very easy for people to look back in hindsight and play armchair quarterback. These professionals did not know the things we know now; such as how long it would actually take to be rescued among many other things.It's an eye opening account of what can happen under scarcity situations. People in the United States are not accustomed to scarcity of resources especially those involving electricity and gasoline and the tough decisions that accompany these scarcities. Puerto Rico is facing some of these issues now following the recent hurricane. It's food for thought as this is not the last time these types of decisions will have to be made in the USA and around the world.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Hurricane Katrina turns a New Orleans hospital into a roulette wheel of who lives and who dies.By Kindle QueenThis book is haunting and unforgettable. Who can say how people will act under the horrific circumstances of Hurricane Katrina; when the medical staff at Memorial has to decide who lives and who dies; based on the limited resources following a natural disaster. It's hard to imagine the nightmare the patients; doctors; and nurses experience and the tests to which they will be subjected.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Amazing but flawedBy SN2013I almost feel bad giving this book 4 instead of 5 stars considering the incredible amount of research and effort that has gone into its composition; but as a reader; I found this book to be tedious in certain parts; and in need of some editing. The book is divided into two parts- the first part detailing 5 days at Memorial Hospital during which the (alleged) euthanasia of the patients took place; and the second part concerns the investigation and legal proceedings of the doctors and nurses involved. The book raises important questions regarding euthanasia and medical and legal ethics and will compel the reader to delve into or question their own beliefs.Pros:- incredibly descriptive and thoroughly researched.- rather unbiased.- gripping in some parts.Cons:- my biggest problem with this book is that it might just be too descriptive and long. I found myself skimming some pages a lot because there is some unnecessary historical and geographical background. There are also just so many different people mentioned and involved that I often had to go back and check who exactly that particular individual was. For academic and research purposes; I think this book is a masterpiece because it contains such minute detail; but for a casual reader like me; who wanted to gain some insight into this particular event; the book is just too drawn out.In all fairness to the author; perhaps this topic needed such breadth and detail; thus overall I do recommend this book because it is rather enlightening but I personally wish it had been briefer.
