About the book
“Deserve[s] a place on every Civil War bookshelf.” — New York Times Book Review
“[Trulock] brings her subject alive and escorts him through a brilliant career. One can easily say that the definitive work on Joshua Chamberlain has now been done.” — James Robertson, Richmond Times-Dispatch
“An example of history as it should be written. The author combines exhaustive research with an engaging prose style to produce a compelling narrative which will interest scholars and Civil War buffs alike.” — Journal of Military History
“A solid biography. . . . It does full justice to an astonishing life.” — Library Journal
This remarkable biography traces the life and times of Joshua L. Chamberlain, the professor-turned-soldier who led the Twentieth Maine Regiment to glory at Gettysburg, earned a battlefield promotion to brigadier general from Ulysses S. Grant at Petersburg, and was wounded six times during the course of the Civil War. Chosen to accept the formal Confederate surrender at Appomattox, Chamberlain endeared himself to succeeding generations with his unforgettable salutation of Robert E. Lee’s vanquished army. After the war, he went on to serve four terms as governor of his home state of Maine and later became president of Bowdoin College. He wrote prolifically about the war, including The Passing of the Armies, a classic account of the final campaign of the Army of the Potomac.
Editions of In the Hands of Providence
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780807820209
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780807849804
- EBook
- ISBN 9781469615660
- EBook
- ISBN 9781469615677
- PDF
- ISBN 9798890867223
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“Deserve[s] a place on every Civil War bookshelf.” — New York Times Book Review
“[Trulock] brings her subject alive and escorts him through a brilliant career. One can easily say that the definitive work on Joshua Chamberlain has now been done.” — James Robertson, Richmond Times-Dispatch
“An example of history as it should be written. The author combines exhaustive research with an engaging prose style to produce a compelling narrative which will interest scholars and Civil War buffs alike.” — Journal of Military History
“A solid biography. . . . It does full justice to an astonishing life.” — Library Journal
This remarkable biography traces the life and times of Joshua L. Chamberlain, the professor-turned-soldier who led the Twentieth Maine Regiment to glory at Gettysburg, earned a battlefield promotion to brigadier general from Ulysses S. Grant at Petersburg, and was wounded six times during the course of the Civil War. Chosen to accept the formal Confederate surrender at Appomattox, Chamberlain endeared himself to succeeding generations with his unforgettable salutation of Robert E. Lee’s vanquished army. After the war, he went on to serve four terms as governor of his home state of Maine and later became president of Bowdoin College. He wrote prolifically about the war, including The Passing of the Armies, a classic account of the final campaign of the Army of the Potomac.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is In the Hands of Providence about?
“Deserve[s] a place on every Civil War bookshelf.” — New York Times Book Review
“[Trulock] brings her subject alive and escorts him through a brilliant career. One can easily say that the definitive work on Joshua Chamberlain has now been done.” — James Robertson, Richmond Times-Dispatch
“An example of history as it should be written. The author combines exhaustive research with an engaging prose style to produce a compelling narrative which will interest scholars and Civil War buffs alike.” — Journal of Military History
“A solid biography. . . . It does full justice to an astonishing life.” — Library Journal
This remarkable biography traces the life and times of Joshua L. Chamberlain, the professor-turned-soldier who led the Twentieth Maine Regiment to glory at Gettysburg, earned a battlefield promotion to brigadier general from Ulysses S. Grant at Petersburg, and was wounded six times during the course of the Civil War. Chosen to accept the formal Confederate surrender at Appomattox, Chamberlain endeared himself to succeeding generations with his unforgettable salutation of Robert E. Lee’s vanquished army. After the war, he went on to serve four terms as governor of his home state of Maine and later became president of Bowdoin College. He wrote prolifically about the war, including The Passing of the Armies, a classic account of the final campaign of the Army of the Potomac.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in In the Hands of Providence?
History and Archaeology > History > History of the Americas
Where can I read a sample of In the Hands of Providence?
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How long is In the Hands of Providence and how many pages does it have?
In the Hands of Providence has 592 page(s)
Is In the Hands of Providence part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Civil War America
Who is/are the Author/s of the book In the Hands of Providence?
Alice Rains Trulock
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
In the Hands of Providence is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780807820209) and paperback(ISBN 9780807849804) and ebook(ISBN 9781469615660) and ebook(ISBN 9781469615677) and pdf(ISBN 9798890867223)
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