Consists of 4 CDs and is new. In a prequel of sorts to his father Michael Shaara's 1974 epic novel The Killer Angels, Jeff Shaara explores the lives of Generals Lee, Hancock, Jackson & Chamberlain as the pivotal Battle of Gettysburg approaches. Shaara captures the disillusionment of both Lee & Hancock early in their careers, Lee's conflict with loyalty, Jackson's overwhelming Christian ethic & Chamberlain's total lack of experience, while illustrating how each compensated for shortcomings & failures when put to the test. The perspectives of the 4 men, particularly concerning the battles at Fredericksburg & Chancellorsville, make vivid the realities of war
