Plot summary, “A Stillness at Appomattox” by Bruce Catton in 4 Minutes - Book Review VIDEO
A Stillness at Appomattox (1953) by Bruce Catton is the third book in his Civil War trilogy, focusing on the final year of the conflict, culminating in the 1865 surrender of General Robert E. Lee at Appomattox Courthouse. The book explores the Union's decisive march under General Ulysses S. Grant, emphasizing the weariness, disillusionment, and perseverance of soldiers on both sides. Catton paints a detailed picture of battles, leadership, and the human toll of the war, highlighting both the triumph and devastation of the final campaigns. The book received widespread acclaim and won the Pulitzer Prize for History in 1954.
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