Hicka is a masterfull writer on all things pertaining to the Civil War. i horoughly enjoyed reading his two books on the War circa 1874. i live within  a few miles of the batllefield at Franklin, TN. Though i was raised well west of thw Mississippi River, a Unionist at heart, Hicks brings his story alive. you will feel as though you know these people, and you will feel their emotions. Greatb wriing; great story.