Acclaimed military historian Bevin Alexander offers a provocative analysis of Stonewall Jackson’s military genius and reveals how the Civil War might have ended differently if Jackson’s strategies had been adopted.The Civil War pitted the industrial North against the agricultural South; and remains one of the most catastrophic conflicts in American history. With triple the population and eleven times the industry; the Union had a decided advantage over the Confederacy. But one general had a vision that could win the War for the South—Thomas J. “Stonewall†Jackson.Jackson believed invading the eastern states from Baltimore to Maine could divide and cripple the Union; forcing surrender; but failed to convince Confederate president Jefferson Davis or General Robert E. Lee.In Such Troops as These; Bevin Alexander presents a compelling case for Jackson as the greatest general in American history. Fiercely dedicated to the cause of Southern independence; Jackson would not live to see the end of the War. But his military legacy lives on and finds fitting tribute in this book.
#4791777 in Books Ina J Fandrich 2005-04-21Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.02 x .94 x 5.98l; 1.48 #File Name: 0415972507344 pagesThe Mysterious Voodoo Queen Marie Laveaux A Study of Powerful Female Leadership in Nineteenth Century New Orleans Studies in African American History and Culture
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Scholarly book with unique amount of detail in itBy Margaret SmithI really love the detail and amount of research and historical context that went into this book. It is well written and engaging.10 of 10 people found the following review helpful. Best Source for Info on Marie Laveaux!By J. HoweDr. Fandrich has produced the first truly valuable study of Marie Laveaux for students and scholars of religion. She skillfully analyzes the historical fiction and popular legends surrounding New Orleans Voodoo and its most (in)famous Queen while explaining the roots of these myths through an explanation of Voodoo's development and history. Fandrich's personal research in the archives of New Orleans certainly paid of for her. Her hard work uncovered Laveaux's birth certificate (long thought lost) and thus gives a new and definite historicity to her subject. Instead of reading like a popular New Orleans tour book; this serious analysis of Marie Laveaux's life and the society that gave rise to her legend has a solid methodology. Both interesting and carefully researched down to the smallest detail; this book is a must have for any serious student of New Orleans; Voodoo; and African-American/Afro-Caribbean religions.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Finally a Smart Book on Marie LaveauxBy Bruce A. LaflenThis is by far the best book I have read on the subject of Marie Laveaux. Dr. Fandrich not only captures the historical context of New Orleans before and during Marie Laveux's lifetime she also captures and explains the spiritual basis for New Orleans Voodoo. I find the book to be refreshing and informative. This book is full of historical information but at the same time is very interesting and is a fast read. This book is bound to be seen as the most important book on the subject of Marie Laveaux. Finally a book that provided me with information about questions I have been searching for in regards to this mysterious woman. Thank you Dr. Fandrich!!!
