The book "A Boy's Experience in the Civil War, 1860-1865" is a fascinating account of the events unfolding in America during the Civil War. Author Thomas Hughes tells the story of a hero who witnessed the key events of that time. The book details daily life during the war, a boy's experiences and his coming of age during the greatest crisis in the history of the United States. The reader feels present next to the main character, feels his emotions and fate. The book is an important document of history and an excellent guide for anyone interested in the events of the period.