April 1865: The Month That Saved America
by Jay Winik
April 1865: The Month That Saved America by Jay Winik holds a highly rated rating of 4.15 out of 5, based on 8.9K reader ratings. First published in 2001. The book spans 512 pages.
About April 1865: The Month That Saved America
One month in 1865 witnessed the frenzied fall of Richmond, a daring last-ditch Southern plan for guerrilla warfare, Lee's harrowing retreat, and then, Appomattox. It saw Lincoln's assassination just five days later and a near-successful plot to decapitate the Union government, followed by chaos and coup fears in the North, collapsed negotiations and continued bloodshed in the South, and finally, the start of national reconciliation.In the end, April 1865 emerged as not just the tale of the war's denouement, but the story of the making of our nation.Jay Winik offers a brilliant new look at the Civil War's final days that will forever change the way we see the war's end and the nation's new beginning. Uniquely set within the larger sweep of history and filled with rich profiles of outsize figures, fresh iconoclastic scholarship, and a gripping narrative, this is a masterful account of the thirty most pivotal days in the life of the United States.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jay Winik |
| Published | 2001 |
| Pages | 512 |
| Genres | History, Non-Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.15 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 8,850 |
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What genre is April 1865: The Month That Saved America?
April 1865: The Month That Saved America is categorized as History, Non-Fiction. Its primary genre classification is History.
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Based on 8.9K reader ratings, April 1865: The Month That Saved America has an average score of 4.15 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is April 1865: The Month That Saved America?
April 1865: The Month That Saved America has 512 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote April 1865: The Month That Saved America?
April 1865: The Month That Saved America was written by Jay Winik. It was first published in 2001.
What is the ISBN for April 1865: The Month That Saved America?
The ISBN-13 for April 1865: The Month That Saved America is 9780060899680.0.
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