I found this book to be very interesting and readable. The author writes in a conversational and easy to understand manner. Also, the chapters are easily digestible and discuss the key events in the war in a colorful way that brings them to life.One element that would have improved this book is more maps of the battles that occurred. Without maps, it was hard to figure out where the participants were fighting geographically and what tactics helped one side or the other win.I also felt a sense of detachment from the participants. The author does not spend a lot of time delving into the mindsets of the key commanders. It would have been interesting to learn of the thoughts and emotions each side was experiencing (including the President) to make the experience more real.Overall, though, this book is very interesting.