George Arnold reviews a 2012 book by James M. McPherson, the Pulitzer Prize-winning historian of the American Civil War. The book is “War on the Waters,” about the Union and Confederate navies.
It’s on the Reviews page.
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George, this was an excellent review of a book that will soon find a place on my book shelf. Your review told me everything I need to know about it. Thanks!
Yes, excellent review & a good topic for review too as it is a bit off the beaten track. This book is going on my wish list right away!