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Battle of Gettysburg Guide Books,
Tour Books
A great source for understanding the Battle of Gettysburg. Guides and
Maps
of Gettysburg will help you understand the layout of the area.
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Early Photography at Gettysburg
Frassanito. Well-written, useful, and a joy to read,
this book examines when, why, how, and by whom one of the greatest
battlefields in the world was documented when the field still looked
essentially as it did at the time of the battle. With over 300 illustrations
focusing on the period between 1859 and 1869, it is a must for all
Gettysburg and Civil War historians. "It will be one of the best investments
you will ever make." - Civil War News. 448 pages, 8½"x 11", softcover. |
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The Storm Tide
A History and Tour Guide
of the War in the East, from Fredericksburg to Mine Run, 1862 to 1863.
Miles. Tracing the history of the battles of 1863, including Fredericksburg,
Chancellorsville, and Gettysburg, this reference guide features driving
tours that enable you to see the battlefields and important sites firsthand,
sidebars on military strategy, biographical sketches of the major players, a
chronology of key battles and important events, and more. 496 pages, 473
photographs, 102 maps, 8"x 10", softcover. |
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Gettysburg - A Battlefield Guide
Grimsley & Simpson. Little Round Top, the Railroad Cut, Pickett's Charge -
these are the turning points within the most important battle of the Civil
War. Even careful students of Gettysburg, however, can find themselves
disoriented when visiting the site itself. Designed to be used alone or as a
supplement to a tour, this convenient guide for serious student and casual
visitor alike makes plain the sweep of events and the geography of the
battlefield. 228 pgs., 50 B&W illustrations, 55 maps, 5¾"x 9¼", sfbd. |
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Gettysburg
A Journey in Time.
William A. Frassanito. A unique photographic detective work in which the
famous battle is re-created almost as if it were a contemporary news event.
We watch the battle unfold action by action while, in meticulous close-up
fashion and with documentary force, we see the terrible encounters of men at
war. "Fascinating reading... a remarkable book... Frassanito has given us
more than a book of pictures; he has produced a valuable work of
scholarship." - Washington Post. 248 pgs., 185 B&W photos, maps, 7"x 9",
sfbd. |
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Gettysburg Expedition Guide
This award-winning set includes a computer CD-ROM, an
audio CD driving tour, and an illustrated guidebook that will take you on an
unforgettable journey, starting in the comfort of your home and ending on
the fields of Pickett's Charge. CD-ROM features a 30-minute animated movie,
battle map animations, historic photos, 360-degree battlefield photos, a 3-D
weapons module and much more. The audio tour is narrated by one of
Gettysburg's most sought after battlefield guides. Guidebook is 56 pgs.,
5¼"x 8¼". |
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Guide to the Battle of Gettysburg
Luvaas & Nelson, ed. Here is an hour-by-hour account of one of the bloodiest
and most momentous battles in history. The Battle of Gettysburg - fought on
July 1, 2, and 3, 1863 - changed the course of an epic war. This guide
provides a unique blend of documentary information and terrain descriptions
with 25 stops arranged in the order of the actual battle as it unfolded,
making it an invaluable resource for travelers and non-travelers alike. 254
pgs., 60 B&W illustrations, 5½"x 8½", sfbd. |
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Virtual Gettysburg
This powerful, interactive simulation of the battlefield at Gettysburg
allows you to explore the battles and fields through an immersive 3D
experience. You'll enjoy 21 guided tours with 360-degree views and narration
by a licensed battlefield guide, then visit the battlefield through 99
panoramas of popular and seldom seen locations. Interactive maps, historic
photos and views of every monument combine to create an innovative learning
environment. Package also includes three full-length audio CDs with
companion illustrated tour book. For Windows or Macintosh computers. |
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A Tour Guide to the Civil War
This fourth, fully revised edition of the classic tour guide is an ideal
travel companion and short course in Civil War history. It provides
fascinating details about the battles, events, people, and places associated
with the Civil War in the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia,
and includes Civil War era engravings and maps for each state. Detailed
travel directions are also included to help you plan your own Civil War
tour. 326 pgs., 6"x 9", sfbd. |
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The 25 Best Civil War Sites
The Ultimate Traveler's Guide to Battlefields, Monuments & Museums. Johnson.
Follow in the footsteps of history with this comprehensive traveler's guide
to some of the most fascinating Civil War sites. Engaging descriptions of
more than 200 points of interest - including battle sites, museums, and
reenactments - photographs, suggested itineraries, and logistical details
make this the perfect guide to visiting these historical sites and events.
256 pages, photographs, maps, 5¼"x 8", softcover. |
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The Civil War Battlefield Guide
This new, 2nd edition of the definitive guide to Civil War battles and
battlefields has been greatly expanded to cover all of the 384 principal
battles designated in the Civil War Sites Advisory Commission Report.
Leading historians, such as James McPherson and Gary Gallagher contributed
authoritative, concise essays, while Frances Kennedy wrote summaries of more
than 300 battles. "This is the battlefield guide everyone needs." - The
Civil War News. 525 pgs., 83 color maps, 7"x 9", sfbd. |
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The Civil War on the Web
A Guide to the Very Best Sites. Carter & Jensen. Finding the best sites on
the Civil War can be a daunting task. This newly revised book contains
detailed reviews of the top 100 sites; a one- to five-star rating of each
site's content, aesthetics and navigation; a free CD-ROM (PC and MAC
compatible) with hotlinks to all 400-plus sites in the book; and a list of
over 300 additional recommended sites including URLs and brief descriptions.
220 pgs., 7"x 10", illustrated, sfbd. |
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The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Civil War
From the first shots fired at Fort Sumter to Lee's
surrender at Appomattox, this comprehensive overview of America's bloodiest
war features a clear chronology of major events and detailed explanations of
key battles. In this revised and expanded second edition, you'll get
battle-by-battle coverage, details about the innovative weaponry used on
both sides, tips for tracing your ancestors, a listing of reenactments
listed by state, and more. 448 pages, 7¼"x 9", soft cover. |
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Battles of the Am. Civil War Vital Guide
This book looks at over 60 major engagements, listed alphabetically. Each
entry includes a background history and then follows the course of the
fight, providing details of the principal troops and commanders, along with
a map of the battlefield. Also includes details of current facilities for
visitors. 108 pgs., 90 color and B&W maps and illustrations, 5½"x 9", sfbd. |
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Civil War Battlefields
A Touring Guide.
Eicher. A perfect companion for first-time and veteran visitors to
battlefields, this popular travel guide provides a thorough, accurate and
modern approach to touring these national treasures. Detailed maps and
photographs illustrate features of interest at each of the twelve major
battle areas while up-to-date narrative describes what you can see. The
easy-to-follow tour routes cover more than 1,000 battlefield features from
20 campaigns and 40 battles. 240 pages, 6"x 9", soft cover. |
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