James hessler (24 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Now available in paperback, Sickles at Gettysburg, by licensed battlefield guide James Hessler, is the most deeply researched, full-length biography to appear on this remarkable American icon. And it is long overdue. No individual who fought at Gettysburg was more controversial than Major General Sickles.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Fine.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. One of the most influential actions of the second day of battle at Gettysburg occurred nearly one mile west of Little Round Top in farmer Joseph Sherfy's peach orchard. Hessler and Isenberg combine the military aspects of the fighting with human interest stories.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Good. First Edition. This could have light cosmetic flaws, but remains in good condition. Dust jacket condition is Good. This copy is the First Edition of the published work. This copy is the First Printing of the published work. Secure packaging for safe delivery.…

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 128 pages. 9.50x6.70x9.40 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. Now available in paperback, Sickles at Gettysburg, by licensed battlefield guide James Hessler, is the most deeply researched, full-length biography to appear on this remarkable American icon. And it is long overdue. No individual who fought at Gettysburg was more controversial than Major General Sickles. Num Pages: 504 pages, 40 b/w photos and 6 maps throughout. BIC Classification: 1KBBEP; 3JH; BGH; HBJK; HBLL; HBWJ; JWLF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 155 x 28. Weight in Grams: 694. . 2010. Illustrated. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.…

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 504 pages. 9.25x6.00x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: New. "This book consists of four comprehensive tours of Gettysburg National Military Park and landmarks associated with the action that occurred on July 3, 1863"--Introduction (page ix). Num Pages: 320 pages, 35 maps and 50 images. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; HBJK; HBWJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 190 x 264 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1136. . 2015. First Edition first Printing. Hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. …

Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. 320 pages. 10.50x7.50x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The First Day at Gettysburg is an excellent contribution to the overall studies of the battle itself, and Hessler should be commended for delivering a book that is concise enough to not be overwhelming, but detailed enough to provide unique insight and particular accounts of the fighting on the first day. Persons interested in Gettysburg will find much value in the work.' - The NYMAS ReviewThe summer of 1863 started off disastrously for the Army of the Potomac in the Eastern Theater. In early May, Confederate General Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia defeated and humiliated Major General Joseph Hooker's army at the Battle of Chancellorsville. While both armies reorganized in the wake of Chancellorsville's massive losses, Lee then maintained the initiative and launched an invasion of Pennsylvania. Throughout June, Lee's army advanced deeper into Pennsylvania and Northern efforts to stop his progress were ineffective until Major General George Meade replaced Hooker as commander of the Army of the Potomac. On July 1, 1863, Meade and Lee's large armies collided outside of the crossroads town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The stakes were never higher for either army as the newly promoted Meade defended Northern soil, while General Lee risked everything by taking the war into enemy territory.The first day of the Battle of Gettysburg is often overshadowed by fighting on the following days, but July 1 was one of the bloodiest single engagements of the entire Civil War. Many of the decisions leading to and through Gettysburg's first day remain steeped in controversy. Did Meade intend to fight on the Pipe Creek line in Maryland until subordinates such as Major General John Reynolds forced the engagement at Gettysburg Did the absence of J. E. B. Stuart's cavalry really leave Lee 'blind' to his opponent's movements Was Lee's desire to avoid a general engagement ignored by his own officers With neither commanding general on the battlefield for much of the day, crucial decisions remained in the hands of subordinates such as John Buford, John Reynolds, A. P. Hill, Richard Ewell, and Oliver Howard.This Casemate Illustrated volume sets the stage for the Civil War's greatest battle and covers the heroism, decisions, and mistakes made on the first day at Gettysburg.…

Zustand: NEW.

Zustand: New. pp. 320 35 Maps.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Finalist for Biography, 2009, Army Historical Foundation Distinguished Book AwardWinner, 2009, The Bachelder-Coddington Literary Award, Given by the Robert E. Lee Civil War Round Table of Central New JerseyWinner, 2009, Gettysburg Round Table's Distinguished Book AwardSickles at Gettysburg: The Controversial Civil War General Who Committed Murder, Abandoned Little Round Top, and Declared Himself the Hero of Gettysburg, by licensed battlefield guide James Hessler, is the most deeply-researched, full-length biography to appear on this remarkable American icon. And it is long overdue.No individual who fought at Gettysburg was more controversial, both personally and professionally, than Major General Daniel E. Sickles. By 1863, Sickles was notorious as a disgraced former Congressman who murdered his wife's lover on the streets of Washington and used America's first temporary insanity defense to escape justice. With his political career in ruins, Sickles used his connections with President Lincoln to obtain a prominent command in the Army of the Potomac's Third Corps--despite having no military experience. At Gettysburg, he openly disobeyed orders in one of the most controversial decisions in military history.No single action dictated the battlefield strategies of George Meade and Robert E. Lee more than Sickles' unauthorized advance to the Peach Orchard, and the mythic defense of Little Round Top might have occurred quite differently were it not for General Sickles. Fighting heroically, Sickles lost his leg on the field and thereafter worked to remove General Meade from command of the army. Sickles spent the remainder of his checkered life declaring himself the true hero of Gettysburg.Although he nearly lost the battle, Sickles was one of the earliest guardians of the battlefield when he returned to Congress, created Gettysburg National Military Park, and helped preserve the field for future generations. But Dan Sickles was never far from scandal. He was eventually removed from the New York Monument Commission and nearly went to jail for misappropriation of funds.Hessler's book is a balanced and entertaining account of Sickles' colorful life. Civil War enthusiasts who want to understand General Sickles' scandalous life, Gettysburg's battlefield strategies, the infighting within the Army of the Potomac, and the development of today's National Park will find Sickles at Gettysburg a must-read.About the Author: James A. Hessler works in the financial services industry and is a Licensed Battlefield Guide at Gettysburg National Military Park. He has taught Sickles and Gettysburg-related courses for Harrisburg Area Community College and the Gettysburg Foundation. In addition to writing articles for publication, Hessler speaks regularly at Civil War Round Tables. A native of Buffalo, NY, he resides in Gettysburg with his wife and children.…

paperback. Zustand: Fine.

Zustand: New. Now available in paperback, Sickles at Gettysburg, by licensed battlefield guide James Hessler, is the most deeply researched, full-length biography to appear on this remarkable American icon. And it is long overdue. No individual who fought at Gettysburg .

Zustand: New. 150 years after the event, the grand near-suicidal attack against the Union position on Cemetery Ridge still emotionally resonates with Gettysburg enthusiasts like no other aspect of the battle. On the afternoon of July 3, Confederate Gen. Robert E.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 150 years after the event, the grand near-suicidal attack against the Union position on Cemetery Ridge still emotionally resonates with Gettysburg enthusiasts like no other aspect of the battle. On the afternoon of July 3, Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee ordered more than 12,000 Southern infantry to undertake what would become the most legendary charge in American military history. This attack, popularly but inaccurately known as ¿Pickett¿s Charge,¿ is often considered the turning point of the Civil War¿s seminal battle of Gettysburg. Although much has been written about the battle itself and Pickett¿s Charge in particular, Pickett¿s Charge at Gettysburg is the first battlefield guide for this celebrated assault.After the war, one staff officer perceptively observed that the charge¿has been more criticized, and is still less understood, than any other act of the Gettysburg drama.¿ Unfortunately, what was true then remains true to this day. The authors of this book¿two of Gettysburg¿s elite Licensed Battlefield Guides along with one of the Civil War¿s leading cartographers¿have corrected that oversight.Grounded in the premise that no better resource exists for understanding this unique event than the battlefield itself, Pickett¿s Charge at Gettysburg encourages its readers to explore this storied event from a wide variety of perspectives. For the first time, readers can march toward the Copse of Trees with Armistead¿s Virginians, advance on the Confederate left with Pettigrew¿s North Carolinians, or defend the Angle with Alonzo Cushing¿s gunners and thousands of Union soldiers. There is much here to enrich the experience, including dozens of full-color original maps, scores of battlefield and other historic photographs, a unique mix of rare human interest stories, a discussion of leadership controversies, and a rare collection of artifacts directly related to the charge.Pickett¿s Charge at Gettysburg is designed for readers to enjoy on or off the battlefield, and will give Civil War enthusiasts an entirely new appreciation for, and understanding of, Gettysburg¿s third day of battle.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: very good. x, 310 pages. Illustrations (many in color). Maps. Notes. Bibliography. Index. Inscription on fep signed by both authors. Three oversize (14 inches by 11 inches, with units in red and blue) map reproductions (believed to be from the Atlas of the Official Records), for the first, second and third day of the battle laid in James Hessler is a Licensed Battlefield Guide at Gettysburg National Military Park. His book Sickles at Gettysburg was awarded the R.E. Lee Civil War Round Table's Bachelder Coddington Award and the Gettysburg Civil War Round Table's Distinguished Book Award as the most outstanding work on the Gettysburg Campaign. Jim was one of the primary content designers for the Civil War Trust's mobile Gettysburg application and animated maps. Wayne E. Motts, CEO of The National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and Licensed Battlefield Guide at Gettysburg National Military Park. Steven A. Stanley is a graphic artist specializing in historical map design and battlefield photography. His maps, considered among the best in historical cartography, have been a longtime staple of the Civil War Trust. Steve's maps have appeared in a wide variety of publications. 150 years after the event, the grand near-suicidal attack against the Union position on Cemetery Ridge still emotionally resonates with Gettysburg enthusiasts like no other aspect of the battle. On the afternoon of July 3, Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee ordered more than 12,000 Southern infantry to undertake what would become the most legendary charge in American military history. This attack, popularly but inaccurately known as "Pickett's Charge," is often considered the turning point of the Civil War's seminal battle of Gettysburg. Although much has been written about the battle itself and Pickett's Charge in particular, Pickett's Charge at Gettysburg is the first battlefield guide for this celebrated assault. After the war, one staff officer perceptively observed that the charge "has been more criticized, and is still less understood, than any other act of the Gettysburg drama." Unfortunately, what was true then remains true to this day. The authors of this bookâ"two of Gettysburg's elite Licensed Battlefield Guides along with one of the Civil War's leading cartographersâ"have corrected that oversight. Grounded in the premise that no better resource exists for understanding this unique event than the battlefield itself, Pickett's Charge at Gettysburg encourages its readers to explore this storied event from a wide variety of perspectives. For the first time, readers can march toward the Copse of Trees with Armistead's Virginians, advance on the Confederate left with Pettigrew's North Carolinians, or defend the Angle with Alonzo Cushing's gunners and thousands of Union soldiers. There is much here to enrich the experience, including dozens of full-color original maps, scores of battlefield and other historic photographs, a unique mix of rare human interest stories, a discussion of leadership controversies, and a rare collection of artifacts directly related to the charge. Pickett's Charge at Gettysburg is designed for readers to enjoy on or off the battlefield, and will give Civil War enthusiasts an entirely new appreciation for, and understanding of, Gettysburg's third day of battle. First Edition [stated], First Printing [stated]. Stanley, Steven A. (Cartography and Photography), (illustrator).…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Photos; maps, 9.25 x 6", boards, 381pp with index, a couple of pp bumped along foredge else a nice, clean copy in a like dustjacket. FIRST EDITION, FIRST PRINTING.

Single Issue Magazine. Zustand: Good. First Edition. 78 pages. Articles: The A-Bomb Won't Do What You Think! - a cautionary article; The Wide-Awake Business of Sleep; How a Movie Gets Made (part 1 of 2) - The making of the film "The Stratton Story" with colour photo of Jimmy Stewart, June Allyson and Agnes Moorehead; Jane Pickens - the Big Pickens Sister; Tanker Run North - life aboard the F.S. Bryant, a big oil tanker operated by Standard Oil of California; St. Louis Cardinal Edward (Eddie) Terrance Kazak; The Right Shirt on Your Back - Great colour fashion photos of stars including Alan Ladd, Frank Lovejoy, Richard Basehart, William Bishop and Lloyd Nolan. Fiction: The case of the Negligent Nymph; Summer's Ending; Surprise; Deadfall (conclusion); Send Me Home in a Barrel; Ott in the Cherry Tree. Includes nice vintage ads from: Lord Calvert whiskey - featuring color photo of Ian Hunter, stage and screen star; Listerine - for use as an anti-dandruff shampoo(!); DeSoto cars; Pontiac cars (very attractive!); "I Married a Communist" movie (full-page); Oldsmobile cars; Brunswick bowling equipment; Botany 500; Dan River clothing; Mallory hats; Smartair corduroy men's fashion (nice!); Blatz beer - featuring nice color photos of Pat O'Brien, co-star of RKO's "The Bail Bond Story"; Back cover ad for Lucky Strike cigarettes featuring L.G. Griffin, tobacco auctioneer. Average wear. Unmarked. A sound vintage copy.; Folio - over 12" - 15" tall; Collier's, The National Weekly Magazine, September 17, 1949 A-Bomb Won't Do What You Think! - a cautionary article; The Wide-Awake Business of Sleep; How a Movie Gets Made (part 1 of 2) - The making of the film "The Stratton Story" with colour photo of Ji. Illustrated by Brackett, Ward; Barlow, Perry; Snyder, James; Fleischmann,Glen; Beckhoff, Harry; Mawicke, Tran; Lyon, Fred; Northcross, John; (illustrator).…