Publisher's Synopsis
The American Civil War is presented to readers in a unique way as they explore illustrated retellings of some of the war's most important battles. The Battle of Shiloh, the confrontation between the Monitor and Merrimack, and the Battle of the Wilderness are explained using a combination of detailed illustrations and concise text. The creative style of this volume, which reads like a graphic novel, makes it an appealing resource for readers at a variety of levels. This creative approach to an essential social studies curriculum topic encourages the exploration of nonfiction beyond the classroom.
