Ich liebe ihren Gebrauch der Wörter zu beschreiben, was sie fühlt. Sie ist eine solche kluge Person. Gott segnt sie!

The author combines a great knowledge about the subject and the storyline is amazing. I read the book in one sitting and I was a changed person. Detail; she uses so much detail to describe the events that are happening. It makes you fell like you are there when it is all happening. God bless her. I really hope she writes another book and it would be great if the offered the book all over the world. Thanks for changing my life.

No matter where you're from, and no matter whether you refer to it as The Great Unpleasantness or the War of Northern Aggression or The War Between the States or The Civil War, if you were born in the United States, you grew up knowing about the war and knowing about Gettysburg. And I did. However, in spite of having had to memorize The Gettysburg Address in grammar school, I knew precious little about Gettysburg, and what I did know was probably inaccurate. Perhaps that was because the heart-breaking aspects of that battle are of such enormity as to be beyond my comprehension, having all the characteristics of sensational fiction.
But that battle, in that rural Pennsylvania town, did, indeed, take place. And "Summer Storm in Gettysburg", by Ann Brophy, took me by the hand to that country town ten years before it became noteworthy, then later, to those three tragic days that made its name synonymous with the best and the most horrific of the Civil War. I walked its streets, saw its neighborhoods, met its families and listened to the day-to-day concerns exchanged by its townspeople. and I joined some of its children, one of them a young Jennie Wade, off on a night-time adventure that would prove to be a painful tie that bound.
Ten years hence, Gettysburg, in the oppressive heat and humidity of early July, is the hapless site of trials beyond measure for both the town and the troops. Jennie Wade and her family experience the all-too familiar sadness of neighbor against neighbor and brother fighting brother. That said, it is the coping with the ordinary under extraordinary circumstances that shows the true mettle of Jennie and her family; the birth of Jennie's sister's baby, the care of her two younger brothers as well as the handicapped child of a neighbor, the finding and preparing of food from meal to meal, and the ignoring of her own safety to extend kindness to soldiers posted nearby.
In a fierce skirmish surrounding the Wade house, Jennie is killed by a stray bullet that enters her home. She is the only civilian killed during those terrible three days.
"Summer Storm in Gettysburg" is a novel, but it is a story that is historically sound, and is bound to give you new insight on the grief behind The Gettysburg Address.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. While providing detailed information where necessary, it is understandable and useful to readers (like me) who have limited Civil War knowledge. In addition to the substantive factual information, the work provides a human reflection on some of the horrors of this War. For instance, the reference to the horrendous wounds and crude treatments were both educational and moving. I have never been to Gettysburg, however I hope to make a trip this year. I will certainly bring this book along with me as an aide.

I would certainly recommend this book to civil war buffs and those who may only have a passing interest in the subject. It is an easy read and very informative. It focuses on the characters involved in the battle which make it more interesting than a lot of civil war books. Also it can serve as a great guide book for those who are considering taking a trip to Gettysburg.

I read the book as well as my father in law who is also a Civil War Buff. We both found the reading smooth and easy to understand. The book was most informative, not like some of the other books on the subject. This book dug deeper into the personnel affected. I recommend this book to all avid civil War enthusiasts. I know the author personally and know that he put his body and soul into this book. Just as though he was there at the battle scene.

I think this book is one of the best recounts of civil war life, especially from a younger point of view. I am a native of Gettysburg so I have heard all the stories, but this book is one of the best I've read so far. The fisrt-hand telling is captivating and beautifully written. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in life from years past.

This book was wonderful. As a novice lady civil war re-enactor (civilian) this gave great insight to the times and to this wonderful woman, Sallie M. Stewart. I could only wish more information on Sallie. Is there a way to contact the author?

This book gives a first hand look at life in the small town of Gettysburg during the Civil War years. The diaries of a sixteen year old girl give a fascinating insight into everyday life in this era. The commentary by the author, who interestingly is the diary keeper's great-great-grandaughter, adds immensely to this very interesting book

The Confederate Battle Flag came to symbolize for both sides the Southern struggle for independence, and gained a place in the hearts of Southerners that time, and misuse by racists and psychopaths, can never erase.
Aside from symbolic value, regimental colors had a tactical function as well; the vicinity of the flag being the hottest and most dangerous place on the field, and the locus of that quaint and discredited nineteenth-century notion; military glory. In this excellent study Rollins chronicles the history of Confederate flags and in particular the 42 battle flags captured during the Gettysburg campaign. Each has a story of its own, and Rollins tells it thoroughly and compellingly, with maps, diagrams, admirably clear narrative, and a color photo of the flag as it appears today. A bonus is Rollins' illuminating essay on the heart, mind, and culture of the Southern soldier, which alone makes the book worthwhile.
A fine production; highly recommended for all Civil War students, and especially anyone seeking understanding of the Confederate Battle Flag and its meaning.

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This is the first and foremost book on the subject of the Confederate battle flags. Not only does it provide a very detailed look at the flags lost at Gettysburg but, it also gives a true relationship of the men and their flags and what it meant to them. It is a book all people, who look at the Condeferate Flag either as a symbol of hate or one of a heritage long past, should read. It places the flag and the people surrounding it in their proper light. It tells the concise story of how the flag came to be, it military as well as social place in the American Civil War and in this country's heritage.

After the largest battle to take place in the Civil War the city of Gettysburg was basically turned upside down. The wounded and the dead lied about 25 square miles of the battlefield left behind by both Confederate and Union armies. Few surgeons were on hand and the lack of medical supplies, food and proper shelter was an immense problem. Just as medical help slowly arrived, family members looking for lost loved ones, battlefield scavengers, volunteer medics, nurses and the curious fled to the battle ravaged town. Author Gerard Patterson covers many of these subjects and how the town struggled to come together and rebuild from it's shattered state. Civilian commentary, biographies of soldiers and medical leaders are brought forward to enhance the gripping information. If you are looking for a great book on Gettysburg to compliment the battle this is an excellent choice. A key to remember is that this book focuses quite a bit towards the medical aspects of how the town handled the awesome task at hand of taking care of the wounded and the dead. In order to understand Gettysburg one must compliment this book because there was so much more to the battle of Gettysburg than just the battle.

The battle at Gettysburg, whatever else may be said of it, was a medical disaster.
The armies evacuated the field soon after the battle, leaving behind a 25-square-mile area covered with 7,000 dead and over 21,000 wounded of both armies, who lacked not only medical care but basic food and shelter. Most just lay where they fell, some for many days.
In traditional Army FUBAR fashion, the need for help was denied for some time, causing needless suffering and additional unnecessary deaths, but when word eventually got out, an unprecedented outpouring of civilian assistance took place. The participants included the Sisters of Charity, Frederick Law Olmsted (famous for his design of New York's Central Park), the engineer Haupt, and the formidable (if ineffectual) Dorothea Dix. Their contributions, as well as thousands of others', are well told here in this thoroughly researched, clearly written history. Your Civil War bookshelf is not complete without it.

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I enjoyed this book tremendously. The research and realism was amazing. I was fortunate to see the author lecture on the subject in Indiana. Dressed in the full civil war soldier uniform I thought the author to be an enthusiastic Civil War Buff. I was amazed to find out that the author was a modern day trauma surgeon whose interest in the civil war goes beyond the superficial, dry information one reads in text. His interest draws on real life experiences with bullet wounds and infections that he has treated in modern times.

An excellent novel of a surgeon who signs up to serve in the Union army during the Civil War. Written by a modern surgeon, Kernek obviously had researched his predecessors well. It might be a bit detailed for the squeamish, but for those who want a good "feel" for what a surgeon went through during the Civil War, I highly recommend it. It is a relatively short read, and the story line carries one right on through. This book belongs in every Civil War buff's collection, because it tells about an often overlooked part of the war and tells it very well. At this price, one can't afford not to buy it!

This book is very funny, great cartoons and hilarious stories. Many of them took me completely by surprise. If you are interested in the Civil War and have a sense of humor, get this book. In fact, get a few because all your friends will want one, too!

Hilarious! A must read for any history buff. This is a refreshing look at our nations darkest time and it is about time.

Gettysburg is a great story written by a great writer. Anyone who loves mysteries HAS to read this book. Deserves a 5-star rating!!!

Gettysburg is a haunting and thrilling story about one man's struggle to come to terms with his past. I recommend it highly to anyone interested in engrossing mysteries.

This is one of the books in the Time-Life Series, "Voices of the Civil War". In these books the authors/editors have taken passages out of diaries, letters to home, and personal observations of Union and Confederate Soldiers, along with photographs and pictures (of the soldiers, if a photograph is available), and given the soldier's viewpoints of the Battle. This is an insightful, moving, inspiring, and tragic account of the particular battle. In this case, the great and terrible Battle Of Gettysburg.

From such Generals as Robert E. Lee, James Longstreet, W. Scott Hancock, to low ranking officers, to the enlisted men, there are letters, diary entries, and viewpoints taken from these soldiers as they write about "Little Round Top", "The Devils Den", "Culps Hill", "Cemetary Ridge", and other locations where the battle took place around Gettysburg. The letters and viewpoints range from the patriotic, others talk about the terror of the battle, others inform about lost loved ones, and yet there are humorous tales taken from the diaries of the soldiers.

This is such an interesting book, that once you pick it up, it is hard to put down. The other books in the "Voices of the Civil War" series are just as interesting as "Gettysburg".

Highly recommended!

I like to refer to this book as a colorful, well done "coffee table" book as it features many drawings, photos and skips the details you would find in other books about the battle. This book is probably not for those looking for details or heavy explanations about a specific conflict in the battle. For one that is looking to get a basic understanding of the battle and aftermath quickly it is perfect. For those new to understanding Gettysburg this is an excellent book. Having read many books about the battle I found this book interesting in regards to the personal accounts that are found on just about every page. Time Life has made a great book and continues their quality as with other series in the past.

Imagine closing your eyes and being there! That is what this tape set was like. Little round top, Pickett's charge, Seminary ridge, and Lincoln's Gettysburg address. All of this was presented as it must have sounded. This was not your standard "listen to a noble voice" read to you a book, this was recreated magic, an old fashion radio show made modern. The acting, sound effects and music were top shelf. Congratulations to Jerry Robbins and the Colonial Radio Players for bringing this wonderful story to life. Now I will have to try their Little Big Horn production.

An excellent perspective on the battle that turned the tide of the Civil War. The sound effects used to transition from one scene to another was creative and pretty unusual. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this rendition of the intricacies of the battle and how the key participants acted, reacted and were perceived. A must for any Civil War buff. Recommend listening to this at home instead of the car to get the full effects of the sound effects. The sound effects definitely separates this classic from the traditional type of books on tape. Instead of having a book read to you, you are there!