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The Last Stand
Custer, Sitting Bull, and the Battle of the Little Bighorn
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See morePhilbrick, a Pulitzer Prize finalist for "Mayflower," presents a monumental reappraisal of the epochal clash at the Little Bighorn in 1876 that gave birth to the legend of Custer's last stand, and brilliantly explains how the battle has been shaped and reshaped by national myth.
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The Last Stand by Nathaniel Philbrick is a gripping and meticulously researched narrative that delves into the historic events surrounding the Battle of the Little Bighorn, a pivotal moment in American history. Philbrick guides readers through the intricate landscape of 1876, a year marked by seismic cultural and political tensions between the US military forces and the Plains Indians.
Set against the vast and unforgiving terrain of the American West, Philbrick masterfully constructs the lead-up to the infamous battle. Readers are introduced to key figures, including the charismatic yet controversial General George Armstrong Custer and the resolute and revered leader Sitting Bull. The narrative meticulously unfolds the sequence of events that brought these two iconic personalities to a fateful showdown, painting a vivid picture of the clashing ideals and the broader struggle for power and survival.
Philbrick's storytelling is enhanced by thorough research, drawing from a vast array of sources, which adds depth and fresh perspectives to a story shrouded in myth and lore. His ability to weave detailed historical facts with compelling narrative makes the events at Little Bighorn not just a historical account, but a tale that resonates with modern-day themes of conflict and identity.
"An engrossing and tautly written account of a critical chapter in American history." —Los Angeles Times
In The Last Stand, Philbrick doesn't just recount the events of the battle; he explores the cultural ramifications and legacy of Custer's Last Stand. Through his insightful analysis, he unravels how this moment in history has been reconstructed over time, evolving into a legendary tale embedded in the national consciousness.
Nathaniel Philbrick, renowned for his previous works such as In the Hurricane's Eye, the Pulitzer Prize finalist Mayflower, and Valiant Ambition, showcases his talent as a historian and storyteller. His narrative is not merely an invitation to revisit the past, but a compelling reminder of how history continues to shape our present and future. For anyone intrigued by historical drama, epic battle stories, or the complex tapestry of American history, The Last Stand is an essential read.
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The Last Stand by Nathaniel Philbrick is praised as an engaging, well-researched, and vividly written narrative of a significant moment in American history. Reviewers have lauded its cinematic storytelling and its ability to weave a compelling historical account that reads like an enthralling novel.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780143119609
Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 26 April 2011
Country: United States
Imprint: Penguin USA
Illustration: 2 16-PAGE B&W INSERTS; 8-PAGE COLOR INSERT; 18 B&W MAPS
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 28.0mm
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 214.0mm
Weight: 454g
Pages: 496
About the Author
Nathaniel Philbrick is the author of In the Heart of the Sea, winner of the National Book Award; Mayflower, finalist for the Pulitzer Prize; Bunker Hill, winner of the New England Book Award; Sea of Glory; The Last Stand; Why Read Moby Dick?; and Away Off Shore. He lives in Nantucket. His newest book, Valiant Ambition: George Washington, Benedict Arnold, and the Fate of the American Revolution, was published in May 2016.
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