From Manassas to Appomattox: A Memoir of the American Civil War by James Longstreet is a fascinating account of the events of the Civil War in the United States of America. In this book, Longstreet recounts the events of the war in detail, testifying about them first-hand as one of the high officials of the Confederacy. From the early battles to the final disaster at Appomattox, the author reveals the strategic decisions, tactical battles, and internal divisions that accompanied the war. Longstreet's book is not only a valuable historical source, but also an impressive piece of literature that helps to better understand the complexity and tragic consequences of the American Civil War.