Consists of 11 CDs. The late Michael Shaara's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel (1974) concerns the battle of Gettysburg & was the basis for the 1993 film Gettysburg. The events immediately before and during the battle are seen through the eyes of Confederate Generals Lee, Longstreet & Armistead & Federal General Buford, Colonel Joshua L. Chamberlain & a host of others. The author's ability to convey the thoughts of men in war as well as their confusion-the so-called "fog of battle"-is outstanding. This unabridged version is read clearly by award-winning actor George Hearn, who gives each character a different voice & effectively conveys their personalities; chapters & beginnings & ends of sides are announced. Music from the movie version adds to the drama. All this comes in a beautiful package with a battle map. 13 CD's "MY FAVORITE HISTORICAL NOVEL...A superb re-creation of the Battle of Gettysburg, but its real importance is its insight into what the war was about & what it meant." James M. McPherson, Author of Battle Cry of Freedom
