Stone River: The Turning Point of the Civil War is a gripping non-fiction narrative where author Wilson J. Vance examines the Battle of Stones River, a turning point in the American Civil War. The book details the strategic movements of both sides, highlights important events leading up to the battle, and analyzes its consequences for both conflicting parties. Vance reveals the impact of this military operation on the further course of the war, presenting the reader with vivid portraits of the soldiers and strategists of that time. By separating fact from myth, the book creates a completely new perspective on one of the most important stages in the history of the United States of America.