The Civil War: A Narrative, Vol. 2

Fredericksburg to Meridian

By: Shelby Foote

Narrated by: Grover Gardner

The Civil War: A Narrative, Vol. 2 continues one of the most remarkable works of history ever fashioned. Focusing on the pivotal year of 1863, the second volume in Shelby Foote's masterful narrative history brings to life some of the most dramatic and important moments in the Civil War, including the Battle of Gettysburg and Grant's Vicksburg Campaign.

The word narrative is the key to this book's extraordinary incandescence and truth: The story is told entirely from the point of view of the people involved. One learns not only what was happening on all fronts but also how the author discovered it during his years of exhaustive research.

This is a must-listen for anyone interested in one of the bloodiest wars in America's history.

©2016 Shelby Foote (P)2016 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Extremely comprehensive!

It’s definitely long and a little slow, but very comprehensive in the historical telling. I am not a huge fan of this type of book, but I was drawn more and more into the story. Now I have to hear part 3!

fuck yea

loved it, Shelby Foote is one of the best when it comes to the civil war and I'm very grateful that you guys aloud this one your platform, you know with cancel culture literally changing history and shit

Captivating

I’m learning so much that I did not know about the comings and goings of the civil war. I’m really enjoying this series. The narrator keeps you interested in his “easy to listen to” voice.

Brilliant

I absolutely enjoyed and loved the three books. I learned a lot of little things about the people and battles throughout the Civil War. Very long books, but that didn't stop me from listening to them over and over. A must listen.

Extremely Comprehensive Civil War Narrative

Our family is very interest in the Civil War. We've actually purchased the physical version of this book twice because it is so frequently read in our home. If you are looking for details and a thorough history book, you cannot do better than Shelby Foote's three-part narrative. However, the narrator does not do this book justice. It feels dry and tedious read by Grover Gardner. I enjoy some of Grover Gardner's other narrations, but this one isn't my favorite.

Completely unrelated, but discovered through reading this series. My paternal great-great-grandfather was shot/wounded at Opequen Creek within about a mile of where my maternal great-great-grandfather lived. This book brings history to life.