The Three-Cornered War: The Union, the Confederacy, and Native Peoples in the Fight for the West
The Three-Cornered War: The Union, the Confederacy, and Native Peoples in the Fight for the West
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020
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BetaThe Three-Cornered War: The Union, the Confederacy, and Native Peoples in the Fight for the West
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020352
Book • Nonfiction
American Southwest • 1860s
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World History•
US History2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Three-Cornered War: The Union, the Confederacy, and Native Peoples in the Fight for the West by Megan Kate Nelson explores the lesser-known battles in the American West during the Civil War. The book highlights the complex interactions and conflicts among Union and Confederate forces, as well as Native peoples, shaping the history and landscape of the region.
Informative
Mysterious
Gritty
Adventurous
Challenging
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Review Roundup
The Three-Cornered War by Megan Kate Nelson receives praise for its engaging narrative and thorough research, highlighting the often-overlooked role of Native peoples in the Civil War's Western theater. Positive reviews commend its vivid storytelling and insightful perspectives. Some critiques mention a dense web of details, which can overwhelm, but overall, it enriches Civil War historiography.
Who Should Read The Three-Cornered War: The Union, the Confederacy, and Native Peoples in the Fight for the West?
Readers interested in American Civil War history, particularly its lesser-known Western theater, will enjoy The Three-Cornered War. Similar to S. C. Gwynne's Empire of the Summer Moon, it blends military history with Indigenous perspectives, appealing to those curious about multidimensional historical narratives.
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352
Book • Nonfiction
American Southwest • 1860s
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World History•
US History2020
Adult
18+ years
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