" . . . detailed, well-written and thoroughly documented." —The Journal of Military History " . . . comprehensive, well-written, and thoroughly researched . . . " —Booklist " . . . the definitive work on the life of Winfield Scott Hancock . . . " —Blue and Gray "At last we have a complete life of [Hancock], and it, too, is superb." —The Philadelphia Inquirer "Jordan's careful attention to detail and excellent use of sources highlight a lively writing style to make a highly readable book." —America's Civil War "Jordan's study of Hancock is an important contribution to both military and political history." —Journal of Southern History
A stirring biography of Civil War commander 'Hancock the Superb.'
