Extraordinary People

The Civil War divided a nation and turned brother against brother. Lasting four long years, it resulted in the deaths of more than 600,000 soldiers.

Extraordinary People tells the memorable story of some of the thousands of people who made a special contribution of body and spirit during the Civil War.

IBOOKS For Young Readers presents a six-volume series devoted to this war, a war fought for liberation as well as reunification. With historic photographs and engaging text, ＂Civil War Chronicles recreates key battles and paints living portraits of the heroes who made the war of the states unforgettable.＂