Stonewall of the West: Patrick Cleburne and the Civil War (Modern War Studies)

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Summary: CLEBURNE Of The West
Review: This is a very good book. Patrick Cleburne is my favorite civil war general, and this volume gives a very even-handed discussion of his life, from Ireland to Franklin, Tenn. In particular, it gives considerable space to his growth as a leader. The discussions of Shiloh and Franklin are very good, and understandable. The book gives attention to the General's private life, especially his tragic engagement to Miss Tarleton. In depth but not dry or overwhelming, STONEWALL OF THE WESTis a great introduction to this Commander of the often overlooked western theater!

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Summary: Stonewall of the West
Review: This is the first book that I've read on Cleburne. Much of it I enjoyed, the part on his proposal to enlist slaves into the Confederate Army in particular, but found that detail was lacking in too many other areas. Also, if one did not have prior knowledge of the Army of Tennessee, they would be very lost.