History of the Civil War Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of History of the Civil War books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
Andrew Johnson: Rebuilding the Union (By: Cathy East Dubowski)
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Robert E. Lee and the Rise of the South (By: Cathy East Dubowski)
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Clara Barton: Healing the Wounds (By: Cathy East Dubowski)
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David Farragut and the Great Naval Blockade
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Abraham Lincoln: To Preserve the Union
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Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the History of the Civil War series is publication order: 1. Andrew Johnson: Rebuilding the Union (By: Cathy East Dubowski) (1990), 2. Robert E. Lee and the Rise of the South (By: Cathy East Dubowski) (1991), 3. Clara Barton: Healing the Wounds (By: Cathy East Dubowski) (1991), 4. David Farragut and the Great Naval Blockade (1991), 5. Abraham Lincoln: To Preserve the Union (1991). This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The History of the Civil War series by Russell Shorto contains 5 books. The series began in 1990 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
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