Rebel Yell: The Violence, Passion, and Redemption of Stonewall Jackson by S. C. Gwynne
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Summary
General Stonewall Jackson was like nothing anyone had ever seen. Secretive and self-contained, he often withheld his plans from his own Confederate officers. He could be maddeningly abrupt and dismissive, even with other generals. He had famous running fights with a number of them. He court-martialed officers, including powerful, dominant generals, whom he believed had failed do to their duty. He court-martialed anyone who was shirking, or who retreated without being ordered to do so. He drove his men mercilessly, marching them in ways that men had never been marched before, until they were beyond the brink of exhaustion. He seemed completely insensitive to their suffering. He had nothing but contempt for stragglers. He refused furloughs even to men whose children were dying. Duty, above all, was his code.
This audiobook is absolutely amazing in terms of both the writing and performance. It is a fantastic resource for both history enthusiasts and students. Regardless of any differences in moral perspectives, this audiobook allows you to truly understand and perceive Thomas Jackson as a genuine individual. It excellently showcases his imperfections, idiosyncrasies, and undeniable courage, passion, and integrity.
I was absolutely captivated, blown away, and completely absorbed. I can't recall the last time I felt such a strong aversion to putting a book down. This is one of those books that will make you unwilling to stop driving, believe me! It's one of the most compelling and emotionally intense audiobooks I've ever experienced.
This book is incredibly well-written, offering a captivating historical account that is expertly narrated. The storytelling is exceptional, making it an outstanding read overall!
I've got the physical copy, but I grabbed this audiobook to revisit it during times when I can't actually read (like when I'm at work). Trust me, you won't be let down.
This guy is so odd. The writing is really average. The narration is monotonous. I can't believe I wasted my time listening to this. The actual Stonewall Jackson is someone I'd want to smack my head against for making me listen to this in the first place!
The author of 'Rebel Yell: The Violence, Passion, and Redemption of Stonewall Jackson' provides a comprehensive and fair account of the life of Thomas J. Jackson. The book vividly describes his tactical brilliance through numerous battle narratives. It is speculated that had Jackson not passed away at Chancellorsville, the outcome of the Civil War, specifically at Gettysburg, could have been different. This could have potentially led to a negotiated peace and the eventual end of slavery. Such a resolution would have consigned this shameful era to the annals of history. Both Generals Lee and Jackson, along with the average Confederate soldier, came to realize that they were fighting on the wrong side of morality, defending a system that favored a privileged few at the expense of many. This is especially troubling considering that America was founded on the principles of greater equality. While the Confederates may have believed they were resisting Northern Aggression, the average soldier likely had no desire to fight for the preservation of a class-based society. The book effectively depicts the devastating consequences of the Civil War. It is unfortunate that some of the bloodshed could have been avoided with better leadership at the time, which may have expedited the healing process for the wounds that still linger today. In fact, if we compare the leadership of 1860 to our present politicians, the leaders of that era seem remarkably commendable.
It's so obvious that the "author" has a clear and revolting bias, making this book nothing more than blatant propaganda. It's undeniable that the "author" had a personal vendetta, resulting in a biased hit piece disguised as a book.
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