The Civil Warriors

This compelling work is a dual biography on the lives and legacies of two impressive figures from American history: Frederick Douglass, the Black Republican messenger of liberty, and Stand Watie, the Confederate Cherokee general and slave owner. The text delves perceptively into the political and personal struggles of each man during the Civil War. These ideological and cultural juxtapositions create a rich narrative that sheds light on underrepresented perspectives in American history. Readers interested in Black and Native Americans’ involvement in the Civil War will find this book to be a fascinating addition to their knowledge.

Dr. Monica Bontty

Professor of History

University of Louisiana at Monroe