Memoirs of General William T. Sherman (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Civil War Memories SeriesBy William Tecumseh Sherman
Length40h 37m
About this audiobook
Memoirs of General William T. Sherman is a vigorous firsthand account of the American Civil War by one of its most consequential commanders. Combining military narrative, documentary evidence, and pointed personal reflection, Sherman recounts campaigns from Shiloh and Vicksburg to Atlanta and the March to the Sea. Its style is direct, combative, and analytical, situated within the nineteenth-century tradition of generals' memoirs that sought both to preserve history and defend reputation. Sherman, born in 1820 and shaped by West Point, frontier service, banking, and educational administration, brought to war a practical understanding of logistics, geography, and institutional discipline. His controversial doctrine of hard war emerged from his conviction that the Confederacy's capacity and will to resist had to be broken together. The memoir reflects not only his strategic mind but also his sensitivity to criticism and his desire to clarify decisions often misunderstood or condemned. This work is indispensable for readers interested in Civil War strategy, leadership, and memory. Though partisan and self-justifying at times, it remains lucid, forceful, and historically invaluable, offering rare access to the reasoning of a commander who helped redefine modern warfare.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
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GenreBiography and Memoir
Length40 hrs 37 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 21, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Essential Works of George Rawlinson (Annotated)
2Introduction
3Synopsis
4Historical Context
5Author Biography
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6Memoirs of General William T. Sherman
7Preface
8Chapter I. From 1820 to the Mexican War 1820-1846
9Chapter II. Early Recollections of California 1846-1848
10Chapter III. Early Recollections of California — (continued) 1849-1850
11Chapter IV. Missouri, Louisiana, and California 1850-1855
12Chapter V. California 1855-1857
13Chapter VI. California, New York, and Kansas 1857-1859
14Chapter VII. Louisiana 1859-1861
15Chapter VIII. Missouri April and May, 1861
16Chapter IX. From the Battle of Bull Run to Paducah - Kentucky and Missouri 1861-1862
17Chapter X. Battle of Shiloh March and April, 1862
18Chapter XI. Shiloh to Memphis April to July, 1862
19Chapter XII. Memphis to Arkansas Post July, 1882 to January, 1883
20Chapter XIII. Vicksburg January to July, 1888
21Chapter XIV. Chattanooga and Knoxville July to December, 1863
22Chapter XV. Meridian Campaign January and February, 1864
23Chapter XVI. Atlanta Campaign-Nashville and Chattanooga to Benebaw March, April, and May, 1864
24Chapter XVII. Atlanta Campaign — Battles About Kenesaw Mountain June, 1864
25Chapter XVIII. Atlanta Campaign — Battles About Atlanta July, 1864
26Chapter XIX. Capture of Atlanta August and September, 1864
27Chapter XX. Atlanta and After — Pursuit of Hood September and October, 1864
28Chapter XXI. The March to the Sea from Atlanta to Savannah November and December, 1864 (pt. 1)
29Chapter XXI. The March to the Sea from Atlanta to Savannah November and December, 1864 (pt. 2)
30Chapter XXII. Savannah and Pocotaligo December, 1884, and January, 1885
31Chapter XXIII. Campaign of the Carolinas February and March, 1865
32Chapter XXIV. End of the War — From Goldsboro' to Raleigh and Washington April and May, 1865
33Chapter XXV. Conclusion — Military Lessons of the War
34Chapter XXVI. After the War
35Appendix
36Chickasaw Bayou
37Arkansas Post
38Meridian Campaign
39Analysis
40Reflection
41Memorable Quotes
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