Book description
In the Pulitzer prizeāwinning classic The Killer Angels, Michael Shaara created the finest Civil War novel of our time. In the bestselling Gods and Generals, Shaaraās son, Jeff, brilliantly sustained his fatherās vision, telling the epic story of the events culminating in the Battle of Gettysburg. Now, Jeff Shaara bringsā¦
Why read it?
1 author picked The Last Full Measure as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I actually think that Shaara has outdone his father. Both, of course, weave the story around actual historical events, although Shaara Juniorās introduction of fictional characters livens the narrative up. Iāve enjoyed all of Shaaraās books, regardless of their historical setting, but I chose this one because it was a good way for me to learn more about the Civil War post-Gettysburg and also have a really good read.
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