Jeff Shaara





Jeff Shaara

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Jeff Shaara, a descendant of Italian immigrants, was born in New Brunswick, New Jersey ("Shaara" was originally spelled "Sciarra"). He grew up in Tallahassee, Florida, and graduated from Florida State University with a degree in Criminology. From age 16, Jeff operated a rare coin business, first out of his home, then in a retail store. After moving to Tampa, Jeff became one of the most widely known coin and precious-metals dealers in Florida. In 1988, Jeff's father, Michael Shaara, died, and Jeff made the decision to sell his business, and take over the management of his father's estate.


Onboard the Guided Missile Destroyer USS Mustin in the Persian Gulf.

In 1993, the motion picture "Gettysburg" was released, which was based on his father's c...more


Average rating: 4.03 · 20,729 ratings · 1,555 reviews · 29 distinct works
Gods and Generals
3.92 of 5 stars 3.92 avg rating — 6,577 ratings — published 1996 — 15 editions
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The Last Full Measure
4.11 of 5 stars 4.11 avg rating — 3,405 ratings14 editions
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Rise to Rebellion: A Novel ...
4.06 of 5 stars 4.06 avg rating — 2,169 ratings — published 2001 — 11 editions
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The Glorious Cause
4.14 of 5 stars 4.14 avg rating — 1,619 ratings — published 2002 — 11 editions
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The Rising Tide: A Novel of...
4.0 of 5 stars 4.00 avg rating — 1,642 ratings — published 2006 — 14 editions
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The Steel Wave: A Novel of ...
4.1 of 5 stars 4.10 avg rating — 1,317 ratings — published 2003 — 14 editions
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To the Last Man: A Novel of...
4.1 of 5 stars 4.10 avg rating — 1,286 ratings — published 2004 — 15 editions
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Gone For Soldiers
3.95 of 5 stars 3.95 avg rating — 1,214 ratings — published 2000 — 12 editions
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No Less Than Victory: A Nov...
4.15 of 5 stars 4.15 avg rating — 796 ratings — published 2009 — 8 editions
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The Final Storm: A Novel Of...
3.99 of 5 stars 3.99 avg rating — 428 ratings — published 2011 — 8 editions
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American Civil War - Military Series Selection




Recently, the History Book Club conducted a Military Series Poll. The reason that we did this was because we are launching a Military Series of book discussions similar to how we conduct the Presidential Series at the HBC.

The American Civil War received the most votes from the group membership. Therefore, the first Military Series discussion will focus on the American Civil War.

Therefore we are now voting for the first Military Series selection from books which were all nominated by group members. Killer Angels was already completed by the group so that book was not added to the list for voting purposes. Just as an FYI: this poll took me forever to put together because there were so many group member suggestions and recommendations. We wanted to make sure that we included "all of them". That is why this poll is so long.

So take your time and make sure to vote; because if a book does not get at least one vote; it will be relegated to the bottom of the list. The book which garners the most votes and comes out on top will be discussed beginning in February 2012. Bryan Craig will be the Assisting Moderator leading this book discussion.

Choose and vote for one book. Vote as soon as possible because the first book will be launched in February. Don't lose out.

Note:

If you do not see your favorite book about the American Civil War on this list; then just comment or pop me a note and I will immediately add it to this poll.

You can always change your vote at any time; so nothing is lost. There are some books which have been nominated by the same author; however, skip over those if the particular author does not suit you and vote for your favorite or for one you or others might want to read.

Before making your selection, please try to look up your choice and make sure it really is a book you are interested in or you think others would be; do not be lured in by the title. Also, check out the author and what others have said about the book before you (reviewers who you trust). Then of course, make your selection.

And if you do not see your favorite, just contact me and I will add it to the poll.

Regards,

Bentley

 
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The Last Full Measure by Jeff ShaaraJeff Shaara - This book was just recommended by a group member. It is the third book in a trilogy which began with the bestseller Killer Angels. In the same vein, this is an historical novel/fiction account - not non fiction but if anything like Killer Angels -- impeccably done.

The Last Full Measure
 
  5 votes, 2.8%

 
  5 votes, 2.8%

Lincoln by Gore VidalGore Vidal - This is an historical fiction selection

Lincoln.
 
  4 votes, 2.3%

 
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The Training Ground  Grant, Lee, Sherman, and Davis in the Mexican War, 1846-1848 by Martin DugardMartin Dugard
- This is not related to the Civil War but to the time earlier in history when they fought together as brothers in the Mexican War.

The Training Ground: Grant, Lee, Sherman, and Davis in the Mexican War, 1846-1848
 
  2 votes, 1.1%

 
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  1 vote, 0.6%

The Battle Of The Wilderness, May 5-6, 1864 by Gordon C. RheaGordon C. Rhea - This book was just recommended by a group member.

The Battle Of The Wilderness, May 5-6, 1864
 
  1 vote, 0.6%

 
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Covered With Glory  The 26th North Carolina Infantry at Gettysburg by Rod Gragg - This is another latecomer nominated by a group member.

Covered With Glory: The 26th North Carolina Infantry at Gettysburg
 
  0 votes, 0.0%

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