Publisher's Synopsis
The Tree Of Appomattox: A Story Of The Civil War's Close is a poignant conclusion to a series about the American Civil War, capturing the emotional and personal toll of the conflict. The story follows two young men on opposite sides of the war one a Union officer and the other a Southern soldier highlighting themes of family loyalty and the deep emotional scars caused by the violence of war. The novel paints a vivid picture of the exhaustion and despair felt by both sides as they approach the war's end, with the characters facing not only external battles but also internal conflicts as family ties are tested. The story also explores the emotional complexities of war, where the lines between enemy and loved one blur, intensifying the personal stakes. The protagonist's longing for a simple pleasure, such as the apples from a tree, underscores the contrast between innocence and the grim realities of the battlefield. The novel enhances the exploration of familial bonds, the human cost of war, and the emotional toll of internal strife, as characters face both external and internal battles.
