Book Review Excerpts

  WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING ABOUT ANGLE VALLEY PRESS BOOKS:

 

                         The Confederate Alamo by John Fox

"The Confederate Alamo is an impressive demonstration of author John Fox's skill as a researcher and writer of Civil War tactical battle history. Every student captivated by the military historical aspects of the Petersburg Campaign will want a copy of this fine book."
Andrew Wagenhoffer, "Civil War Books & Authors" Blog
 http://cwba.blogspot.com/2010/06/fox-confederate-alamo-bloodbath-at.html
 

 "A riveting story of how 334 bedraggled and battle-weary Confederates stood fast against two Union corps." 

"The result is a book meticulously researched, rich in detail and compelling story lines."
Adrian O'Connor, "Valley Pike" column, The Winchester [Va.] Star, April 28, 2010
 

                                        

                  Wiregrass to Appomattox by Jim Parrish

 

“A lively account supplemented by many anecdotes and perspectives from previously unpublished primary sources.” Michael Russert, Civil War News, May 2009

“In terms of illustrations, author and publisher went far beyond the norm.”   “Wiregrass to Appomattox is an impressively researched, detail oriented, and comprehensive military history of the 50th Georgia’s distinguished Civil War service.”
Andrew Wagenhoffer, “Civil War Books & Authors” blog

His writing is terse. His facts sing with accuracy. He has obviously followed in the footsteps of his regiment, and knows his men and their battles.” Richard N. Larsen, The Midwest Book Review

"A meticulous account of what happened to the 1,400 men in the regiment and the path that led from enlistment in 1862 to Gen. Robert E. Lee’s surrender in 1865.”  Sharon Kant-Rauch, Tallahassee Democrat newspaper

“Excellent maps and abundant modern-day views of the battle grounds on which the 50th Georgia fought enable the reader to follow the action in good order. This augments the volume’s usefulness as a battlefield companion. This history is a most welcome addition for any student of the Army of Northern Virginia. Mr. Parrish has done his research well, and the result is a solid account of a neglected regiment from a largely forgotten brigade. I highly recommend this book.” Dave Richards, Gettysburg NPS guide

 

 

                  Southerners at Rest by Chris Ferguson

 

“An authoritative compilation, it is clear that Southerners at Rest will be a valuable addition to institutional reference libraries and personal collections alike.”  Andrew Wagenhoffer, “Civil War Books and Authors” blog. 
http://cwba.blogspot.com/2008/06/ferguson-southerners-at-rest.html

“Ferguson has sifted through countless archival documents to piece together a definitive and thoroughly accurate reference." James A. Cox, "The Midwest Book Review"          http://www.midwestbookreview.com/wbw/jun_08.htm#Civil War

“Southerners at Rest will likely be of immense use to anyone keeping track of the Army of Northern Virginia, and it should become a classic reference of lasting value.”  Robert K. Krick, Civil War Times, June 2008

“Individual readers will find Southerners at Rest to be impressive in its scope and fascinating in detail, but the book will also prove to be a valuable resource for libraries and genealogists.”  C.L. Bragg, Confederate Veteran, January/February 2009

“The author has put an enormous amount of work into the volume and it shows.”  Blake Magner, Civil War News, October 2008

 

                              Red Clay to Richmond by John Fox

 

"Fox’s unit history sets a new standard for excellence in this field.” Dane Hartgrove, The Free-Lance Star newspaper, Fredericksburg, Va.

“What a nice job. I love rosters that dig out deaths and graves for veterans, and of course think that books that don’t include manuscript sources aren’t worth having – while yours is full of them.” Robert K. Krick, retired Fredericksburg-Spotsylvania NMP chief historian

"Fox is a masterful storyteller, combining a rich and readable narrative spiced with descriptive first-hand accounts and thoughtful analysis.”  Michael Russert, The Civil War News

“This is an excellent history in which the author amassed a vast amount of information and used it to great advantage in telling the tale of a forgotten Georgia regiment.” Dr. Richard A. Sauers, Civil War Times magazine

Red Clay to Richmond provides a fascinating look at Confederate service from the ground up, particularly for those readers who may already have a bit of Civil War knowledge.” Charles Culbertson, The News Leader newspaper, Staunton, Va.