NF Which Eric Wittenberg Title

[Shane Cavitt]

I've done enough reading on this forum to come to the conclusion that I need to read some of Eric Wittenberg's works. So my question is this: which one should I start with with? Which book would be the best introduction to his work? One Continuous Fight, Plenty of Blame to Go Around and The Devil's to Pay are the three titles that interest me the most. So which one to start?

 

[Podad]

I've done enough reading on this forum to come to the conclusion that I need to read some of Eric Wittenberg's works. So my question is this: which one should I start with with? Which book would be the best introduction to his work? One Continuous Fight, Plenty of Blame to Go Around and The Devil's to Pay are the three titles that interest me the most. So which one to start?

Eric is a member here. Perhaps he will advise on what his recomendations are @Eric Wittenberg

 

[Sid J.]

I've done enough reading on this forum to come to the conclusion that I need to read some of Eric Wittenberg's works. So my question is this: which one should I start with with? Which book would be the best introduction to his work? One Continuous Fight, Plenty of Blame to Go Around and The Devil's to Pay are the three titles that interest me the most. So which one to start?

I've read the first two, (The Devil's to Pay is still on my wish list) they are excellent. If I was starting over again I think I would read them chronologically:

1) Plenty of Blame to Go Around
2) The Devil's to Pay
3) One Continuous Fight

But if you have a special interest in one area or the other, it shouldn't make that much difference. Each book stands pretty well on its own.

 

[Yankeedave]

Glory Enough for All. The applicable modifiers to this are grity, thorough, and well reasoned amidst panic.

 

[Eric Wittenberg]

I appreciate your kind words, and I suggest all three.

Just kidding.

Each has its own distinct subject matter. My recommendation is to look at the descriptions of them on Amazon carefully and decide what sounds most interesting to you and then have at it. Not knowing you and not knowing much about you, it's difficult for me to make a specific recommendation. Everyone has their own interests, and you should choose what sounds most interesting to you.

@Yankeedave, thanks for the kind words about one of my favorites of my work. We're looking at some more land acquisitions at Trevilian Station, so it's on my radar screen right now.

 

[cash]

Just pick one at random.

 

[MaryDee]

While @Eric Wittenberg's advice (pick the one with the amazon description that interests you the most) is probably best for you, I personally hope to end up reading all of his books!

If you still can't decide, @Eric Calistri 's (chronological order) advice is good, too! Or just roll dice!

 

[nitrofd]

Read them in chronological order as it will make more sense.

 

[Bee]

Picking a favourite Eric Wittenberg book? Why, that's like picking a favourite toe! (to quote a much beloved historian) @PeterT, @War Horse and myself are rallying to see who can build their Wittenberg library the fastest

 

[Eric Wittenberg]

Picking a favourite Eric Wittenberg book? Why, that's like picking a favourite toe! (to quote a much beloved historian) @PeterT, @War Horse and myself are rallying to see who can build their Wittenberg library the fastest

I knew that I liked you three for a reason.

 

[Jamieva]

or go in true chronological order and read his brandy station book first.

 

[War Horse]

I totally agree with Eric, read the discription of each book and make your decision. As for me, I am a big Gerrysburg fan and a bigger Buford fan. "The Devil's to Pay" delivered well above my expectations. It was a pleasure to read. Reading that book sparked an interest in Cavalry that I had not known existed. The next book I ordered was a direct result of participating in the forums which developed my interest in other characters (Cavalry Officers or Battles) the next book will jump off the shelf at you. Whatever you decide, you won't go wrong or be disappointed. That much I can promise you.

 

[PeterT]

Picking a favourite Eric Wittenberg book? Why, that's like picking a favourite toe! (to quote a much beloved historian) @PeterT, @War Horse and myself are rallying to see who can build their Wittenberg library the fastest

I am reading the four I have in this order, which is sort of chronological order but not really.

The Devils to Pay
Plenty of Blame to Go Around

I chose Buford first as he is a favourite of mine ... hence my avatar

Both fabulous reads! (New Year resolution ... do some CWT posts on issues/matters from both books).

About to commence ... Protecting the Flank
Followed by ... One Continuous Fight

I would have bought more in Gettysburg if I could have carried all of them all the way home. Carried the books on the plane as my "personal item". Seems appropriate!

 

[Yankeedave]

Kid nap famous author and drag him to said battlefield...

 

[War Horse]

Kid nap famous author and drag him to said battlefield...

It's already been done

 

[Yankeedave]

Good.

 

[chellers]

or go in true chronological order and read his brandy station book first.

Will someone please provide a list of the chronological order?

 

[Eric Wittenberg]

Will someone please provide a list of the chronological order?

Of what? My Gettysburg Campaign stuff? Is that what you're looking for?

 

[chellers]

Of what? My Gettysburg Campaign stuff? Is that what you're looking for?

Thank you much for responding.
Of all your books, sir, if that is not asking too much.

 

[Eric Wittenberg]

Okay, got it.

They go like this, in the order of the events discussed....

The Union Cavalry Comes of Age: Hartwood Church to Brandy Station, 1863, which comes back into print a week from Monday after having been out of print for far too long. (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N2UVSU4/?tag=civilwartalkc-20)

The Battle of Brandy Station: North America's Largest Cavalry Battle--for a much more detailed account (https://www.amazon.com/dp/1596297824/?tag=civilwartalkc-20)

OR

Out Flew the Sabres: The Battle of Brandy Station, June 9, 1863--for a much less detailed account as part of the Emerging Civil War series of books (https://www.amazon.com/dp/1611212561/?tag=civilwartalkc-20)

The Second Battle of Winchester: The Confederate Victory that Opened the Door to Gettysburg (https://www.amazon.com/dp/161121288X/?tag=civilwartalkc-20)

Plenty of Blame to Go Around: Jeb Stuart's Controversial Ride to Gettysburg (https://www.amazon.com/dp/1611210984/?tag=civilwartalkc-20)

"The Devil's to Pay": John Buford at Gettysburg. A History and Walking Tour. (https://www.amazon.com/dp/1611210984/?tag=civilwartalkc-20)

Protecting the Flank at Gettysburg: The Fights for Brinkerhoff's Ridge and East Cavalry Field, July 2-3, 1863 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/1611210941/?tag=civilwartalkc-20)

Gettysburg's Forgotten Cavalry Actions: Farnsworth's Charge, South Cavalry Field, and the Battle of Fairfield, July 3, 1863 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/1611210704/?tag=civilwartalkc-20)

One Continuous Fight: The Retreat from Gettysburg and the Pursuit of Lee's Army of Northern Virginia, July 4-14, 1863 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/1611210763/?tag=civilwartalkc-20)

The Battle of White Sulphur Springs: Averell Fails to Secure West Virginia--fought August 26-27, 1863 in Greenbrier County, West Virginia. (https://www.amazon.com/dp/1609490053/?tag=civilwartalkc-20)

Glory Enough for All: Sheridan's Second Raid and the Battle of Trevilian Station (https://www.amazon.com/Glory-Enough-All-Sheridans-Trevilian/dp/0803259670/ref=la_B001JP1KHM_1_15?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1483106346&sr=1-15&refinements=p_82:B001JP1KHM)

The Battle of Monroe's Crossroads and the Civil War's Last Campaign--fought March 10, 1865, near Fayetteville, NC on the grounds of what is today Fort Bragg. (https://www.amazon.com/dp/1611212499/?tag=civilwartalkc-20)

Those are all of my battle books. The rest of my stuff does not fit neatly into any sort of a chronological order or timeline.

Thanks for your interest.

I might also add that signed copies of any or all of them are available. PM me for details. Thanks again.