Gods and Generals by Jeff Shaara

Gods and Generals by Jeff Shaara
A Powerful Prequel to The Killer Angels

Gods and Generals by Jeff Shaara, the sweeping prequel to Michael Shaara’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel The Killer Angels, brings to life the early years of the Civil War through the perspectives of its most iconic figures. With vivid detail and gripping prose, Shaara portrays the experiences and fateful decisions of key military leaders, such as Confederate General Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson, Union General Winfield Scott Hancock, academic-turned-soldier Joshua Chamberlain, and the revered Robert E. Lee. Each leader’s journey reveals their inner struggles, military strategies, and the personal consequences of their decisions during this pivotal period in American history.

Why You'll Love This Book

Gods and Generals offers a powerful, immersive portrayal of the early Civil War years through the eyes of its key commanders. Jeff Shaara’s ability to humanize historical figures while delivering gripping action and deep emotion makes this novel a must-read for fans of historical fiction, military history, and the Civil War.