The author notes that his purpose and intention in writing yet another book on Gettysburg Battle is to provide an account that will both interest and educate younger readers. In this I believe he has succeeded admirably . . . Mr. Martin manages to provide both a clear description of the battle and incorporate lengthy accounts from his selected eyewitnesses, plus an excellent choice of illustrations.” —John Sloan
"Martin writes in a straight-forward style that should be easily understood by young readers and novice history students. Of the many young adult books I have read, this is one of the best. It is well presented, informative history and offers much incentive for further study . . . It is the perfect volume to start your favorite young history buff on the road to discovering Civil War history." —Civil War News
With art by Civil War painter Don Troiani, lavish use of photographs and maps, and innovative page design, Gettysburg: The True Account of Two Young Heroes in the Greatest Battle of the Civil War is an effective vehicle to introduce young readers to the monumental saga that was Gettysburg.” —James R. Hall, America's Civil War Magazine
"The book delivers a balanced, detailed chronicle of the two armies’ paths to Gettysburg; the battle itself; and its aftermath, including vivid quotes from a number of leaders and participants on both sides." —Booklist
"[Martin] is objective about the conflicting war aims of the opposing sides and admiring of the bravery and sacrifices of the soldiers in both armies. Period photos and highly detailed maps supplement the text." —School Library Journal
The author notes that his purpose and intention in writing yet another book on Gettysburg Battle is to provide an account that will both interest and educate younger readers. In this I believe he has succeeded admirably . . . Mr. Martin manages to provide both a clear description of the battle and incorporate lengthy accounts from his selected eyewitnesses, plus an excellent choice of illustrations.” —John Sloan
"Martin writes in a straight-forward style that should be easily understood by young readers and novice history students. Of the many young adult books I have read, this is one of the best. It is well presented, informative history and offers much incentive for further study . . . It is the perfect volume to start your favorite young history buff on the road to discovering Civil War history." —Civil War News
With art by Civil War painter Don Troiani, lavish use of photographs and maps, and innovative page design, Gettysburg: The True Account of Two Young Heroes in the Greatest Battle of the Civil War is an effective vehicle to introduce young readers to the monumental saga that was Gettysburg.” —James R. Hall, America's Civil War Magazine
"The book delivers a balanced, detailed chronicle of the two armies’ paths to Gettysburg; the battle itself; and its aftermath, including vivid quotes from a number of leaders and participants on both sides." —Booklist
"[Martin] is objective about the conflicting war aims of the opposing sides and admiring of the bravery and sacrifices of the soldiers in both armies. Period photos and highly detailed maps supplement the text." —School Library Journal
