About the book
The 1862 battle of Pea Ridge in northwestern Arkansas was one of the largest Civil War engagements fought on the western frontier, and it dramatically altered the balance of power in the Trans-Mississippi. This study of the battle is based on research in archives from Connecticut to California and includes a pioneering study of the terrain of the sprawling battlefield, as well as an examination of soldiers' personal experiences, the use of Native American troops, and the role of Pea Ridge in regional folklore.
“A model campaign history that merits recognition as a major contribution to the literature on Civil War military operations.” — Journal of Military History
“Shines welcome light on the war’s largest battle west of the Mississippi.” — USA Today
“With its exhaustive research and lively prose style, this military study is virtually a model work of its kind.” — Publishers Weekly
“A thoroughly researched and well-told account of an important but often neglected Civil War encounter.” — Kirkus Reviews
“Offers the rich tactical detail, maps, and order of battle that military scholars love but retains a very readable style combined with liberal use of recollections of the troops and leaders involved.” — Library Journal
“This book is assured of a place among the best of all studies that have been published on Civil War campaigns.” — American Historical Review
“Destined to become a Civil War classic and a model for writing military history.” — Civil War History
“A campaign study of a caliber that all should strive for and few will equal.” — Journal of American History
“An excellent and detailed book in all accounts, scholarly and readable, with both clear writing and excellent analysis. . . . Utterly essential . . . for any serious student of the Civil War.” — Civil War News
Editions of Pea Ridge
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780807820421
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780807846698
- EBook
- ISBN 9780807869765
- EBook
- ISBN 9781469603063
- PDF
- ISBN 9798890869159
Read an Excerpt
The 1862 battle of Pea Ridge in northwestern Arkansas was one of the largest Civil War engagements fought on the western frontier, and it dramatically altered the balance of power in the Trans-Mississippi. This study of the battle is based on research in archives from Connecticut to California and includes a pioneering study of the terrain of the sprawling battlefield, as well as an examination of soldiers' personal experiences, the use of Native American troops, and the role of Pea Ridge in regional folklore.
“A model campaign history that merits recognition as a major contribution to the literature on Civil War military operations.” — Journal of Military History
“Shines welcome light on the war’s largest battle west of the Mississippi.” — USA Today
“With its exhaustive research and lively prose style, this military study is virtually a model work of its kind.” — Publishers Weekly
“A thoroughly researched and well-told account of an important but often neglected Civil War encounter.” — Kirkus Reviews
“Offers the rich tactical detail, maps, and order of battle that military scholars love but retains a very readable style combined with liberal use of recollections of the troops and leaders involved.” — Library Journal
“This book is assured of a place among the best of all studies that have been published on Civil War campaigns.” — American Historical Review
“Destined to become a Civil War classic and a model for writing military history.” — Civil War History
“A campaign study of a caliber that all should strive for and few will equal.” — Journal of American History
“An excellent and detailed book in all accounts, scholarly and readable, with both clear writing and excellent analysis. . . . Utterly essential . . . for any serious student of the Civil War.” — Civil War News
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pea Ridge about?
The 1862 battle of Pea Ridge in northwestern Arkansas was one of the largest Civil War engagements fought on the western frontier, and it dramatically altered the balance of power in the Trans-Mississippi. This study of the battle is based on research in archives from Connecticut to California and includes a pioneering study of the terrain of the sprawling battlefield, as well as an examination of soldiers' personal experiences, the use of Native American troops, and the role of Pea Ridge in regional folklore.
“A model campaign history that merits recognition as a major contribution to the literature on Civil War military operations.” — Journal of Military History
“Shines welcome light on the war’s largest battle west of the Mississippi.” — USA Today
“With its exhaustive research and lively prose style, this military study is virtually a model work of its kind.” — Publishers Weekly
“A thoroughly researched and well-told account of an important but often neglected Civil War encounter.” — Kirkus Reviews
“Offers the rich tactical detail, maps, and order of battle that military scholars love but retains a very readable style combined with liberal use of recollections of the troops and leaders involved.” — Library Journal
“This book is assured of a place among the best of all studies that have been published on Civil War campaigns.” — American Historical Review
“Destined to become a Civil War classic and a model for writing military history.” — Civil War History
“A campaign study of a caliber that all should strive for and few will equal.” — Journal of American History
“An excellent and detailed book in all accounts, scholarly and readable, with both clear writing and excellent analysis. . . . Utterly essential . . . for any serious student of the Civil War.” — Civil War News
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Pea Ridge?
History and Archaeology > History > History of the Americas
Where can I read a sample of Pea Ridge?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780807820421
How long is Pea Ridge and how many pages does it have?
Pea Ridge has 432 page(s)
Is Pea Ridge 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 Pea Ridge?
Earl J. Hess, William L. Shea
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Pea Ridge is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780807820421) and paperback(ISBN 9780807846698) and ebook(ISBN 9780807869765) and ebook(ISBN 9781469603063) and pdf(ISBN 9798890869159)
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