The book "Details of Military Life in the Army of Northern Virginia, 1861-1865" by Carlton McCarthy is an important historical document that reveals the life of soldiers during the American Civil War. The author describes in detail the everyday life of soldiers, their living conditions, mentality, difficulties and joys of participation in war. Readers will have the opportunity to better understand the atmosphere and realities of combat at that time, as well as learn about the inner world of soldiers, their relationships with comrades in arms and leadership. The book will help to better understand the history and significance of the struggle of the Army of Northern Virginia during the Civil War, as well as to feel its military spirit and drama firsthand.