Cain at Gettysburg
Cain at Gettysburg by Ralph Peters, published by Macmillan on February 28, 2012, is a historical fiction novel that vividly portrays the Battle of Gettysburg, a pivotal moment in the American Civil War. Spanning 429 pages, this first edition immerses readers in the chaotic clash between the armies led by Robert E. Lee and George Meade, set against the backdrop of a Pennsylvania town unprepared for battle. The narrative follows various characters, including a Confederate sergeant and an Irish survivor of the Great Famine, as they navigate the brutal realities of war.
Readers will encounter a detailed depiction of the conflict, highlighting the human experiences behind the military strategies and decisions. The story unfolds over three days of intense fighting, showcasing the struggles and tragedies faced by soldiers on both sides. Peters presents a realistic portrayal of the era, emphasizing the complexities of leadership and the personal stakes involved in the battle. With themes rooted in war and military history, Cain at Gettysburg offers an unflinching look at the men who fought and the consequences of their actions.
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Winner of the American Library Association’s W. Y. Boyd Award for Excellence in Military Fiction
Two mighty armies blunder toward each other, one led by confident, beloved Robert E. Lee and the other by dour George Meade. They’ll meet in a Pennsylvania crossroads town where no one planned to fight.
In this sweeping, savagely realistic novel, the greatest battle ever fought on American soil explodes into life at Gettysburg. As generals squabble, staffs err. Tragedy unfolds for immigrants in blue and barefoot Rebels alike. The fate of our nation will be decided in a few square miles of fields.
Following a tough Confederate sergeant from the Blue Ridge, a bitter Irish survivor of the Great Famine, a German political refugee, and gun crews in blue and gray, Cain at Gettysburg is as grand in scale as its depictions of combat are unflinching.
For three days, battle rages. Through it all, James Longstreet is haunted by a vision of war that leads to a fateful feud with Robert E. Lee. Scheming Dan Sickles nearly destroys his own army. Gallant John Reynolds and obstreperous Win Hancock, fiery William Barksdale and dashing James Johnston Pettigrew, gallop toward their fates….
There are no marble statues on this battlefield, only men of flesh and blood, imperfect and courageous. From New York Times bestselling author and former U.S. Army officer Ralph Peters, Cain at Gettysburg is bound to become a classic of men at war.
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