Kindle
$6.99
Available instantly
Audible Logo Audiobook
$0.00
with membership trial
Hardcover
$23.24
Paperback
$9.50
Buy new:
-52% $9.50
$3.99 delivery May 22 - 23
Ships from: jf overstock books
Sold by: jf overstock books
$9.50 with 52 percent savings
List Price: $19.99

The List Price is the suggested retail price of a new product as provided by a manufacturer, supplier, or seller. Except for books, Amazon will display a List Price if the product was purchased by customers on Amazon or offered by other retailers at or above the List Price in at least the past 90 days. List prices may not necessarily reflect the product's prevailing market price.
Learn more
$3.99 delivery May 22 - 23. Details
Or fastest delivery May 15 - 20. Details
Only 5 left in stock - order soon.
$$9.50 () Includes selected options. Includes initial monthly payment and selected options. Details
Price
Subtotal
$$9.50
Subtotal
Initial payment breakdown
Shipping cost, delivery date, and order total (including tax) shown at checkout.
Ships from
jf overstock books
Ships from
jf overstock books
Returns
Eligible for Return, Refund or Replacement within 30 days of receipt
Eligible for Return, Refund or Replacement within 30 days of receipt
This item can be returned in its original condition for a full refund or replacement within 30 days of receipt. You may receive a partial or no refund on used, damaged or materially different returns.
Read full return policy
Returns
Eligible for Return, Refund or Replacement within 30 days of receipt
This item can be returned in its original condition for a full refund or replacement within 30 days of receipt. You may receive a partial or no refund on used, damaged or materially different returns.
Read full return policy
Payment
Secure transaction
Your transaction is secure
We work hard to protect your security and privacy. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. Learn more
Payment
Secure transaction
We work hard to protect your security and privacy. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. Learn more
$3.16
Crease on cover* Excellent customer service. All orders ship within 2 business days. USPS has been experiencing major delays due to the Covid19 situation which has delayed delivery times. Crease on cover* Excellent customer service. All orders ship within 2 business days. USPS has been experiencing major delays due to the Covid19 situation which has delayed delivery times. See less
$3.97 delivery May 20 - 24. Details
Or fastest delivery May 16 - 20. Details
Only 1 left in stock - order soon.
$$9.50 () Includes selected options. Includes initial monthly payment and selected options. Details
Price
Subtotal
$$9.50
Subtotal
Initial payment breakdown
Shipping cost, delivery date, and order total (including tax) shown at checkout.
Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items.
Ships from and sold by bookmongerltd.
Kindle app logo image

Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required.

Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web.

Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app.

QR code to download the Kindle App

Follow the author

C. X. Moreau
+ Follow
More books from this author
Something went wrong. Please try your request again later.

Promise of Glory: A Novel of Antietam Paperback – June 27, 2006

by C. X. Moreau (Author)
3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars 21 ratings
See all formats and editions
{"desktop_buybox_group_1":[{"displayPrice":"$9.50","priceAmount":9.50,"currencySymbol":"$","integerValue":"9","decimalSeparator":".","fractionalValue":"50","symbolPosition":"left","hasSpace":false,"showFractionalPartIfEmpty":true,"offerListingId":"jCG9xd6KG97EcE%2B9isxBLw%2ByOB%2FECNFeqFGNU%2Fw%2FLjh4KEaDYUhNumRSYOC2sf8%2BlEHiuEK8r8uAkBCA0Kh1jRXqGBw%2BUIwHixJEsDc3BFLt2tNYC3kJIlDaz8W1Z4aZ9EISFykCvcwdzqGWQoJ7M7M0V3YslAQezZHGcvCr%2F55VWsGl9NJPmQ%3D%3D","locale":"en-US","buyingOptionType":"NEW","aapiBuyingOptionIndex":0}, {"displayPrice":"$3.16","priceAmount":3.16,"currencySymbol":"$","integerValue":"3","decimalSeparator":".","fractionalValue":"16","symbolPosition":"left","hasSpace":false,"showFractionalPartIfEmpty":true,"offerListingId":"jCG9xd6KG97EcE%2B9isxBLw%2ByOB%2FECNFeIcKAcVvXeB2tCaLmkUbCHS3eMV794EH2CKAxwGKO7wwzaopa4Vaod5%2BuyLXu5BRS6yAveiC24DAJ5RkbtBeK%2B3w3g5d1UuVI1I%2F9InNarYGN5b0R8Vnxu%2ByC2F%2FILCEWKA7Zjs1rFJekNsBiIIVaVA%3D%3D","locale":"en-US","buyingOptionType":"USED","aapiBuyingOptionIndex":1}]}

Purchase options and add-ons

Robert E. Lee knew that he had to keep the momentum of the Confederate forces moving forward, bringing the Army of Northern Virginia and the war itself northward into Union territory. A decisive string of victories might embolden foreign allies to join the Confederacy's fight.
On September 13, a piece of paper marked Special Orders No.191 fell into Union General McClellan's hands. On it was a message from Lee to his generals detailing his master plan for opening an invasion of the North...but could it be trusted?
This is the story of the battle of Antietam and the events leading up to the fateful day where Union casualties topped 12,000 and Confederate casualties topped 11,000, where not just such memorable figures of military history as Lee and McClellan, but also Burnside, Longstreet, Hooker, and Jackson all took part.

Read more Read less
Previous page
  1. Print length
    302 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Forge Books
  4. Publication date
    June 27, 2006
  5. Dimensions
    6.25 x 1 x 9.25 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0765316501
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0765316509
  8. See all details
Next page
The Amazon Book Review
The Amazon Book Review
Book recommendations, author interviews, editors' picks, and more. Read it now.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“After all that has been written about the bloody battles of the Civil War, chroniclers are hard put these days to add something that really grabs our attention or lets us see more clearly what happened. However Moreau has succeeded on both counts in his earthy, day to day refighting of one of the bloodiest of those battles--Antietam.” ―The Virginian Pilot

“ ...authentic ... a readable, exciting view of the nation's bloodiest day.” ―The Washington Times

“To the already sizable shelf of Antietam books, Moreau has added a verbal movie. Its celebrity cast performs with dash and distinction.” ―The Baltimore Sun

“ Moreau uses Antietam and the incredible human destruction and failure of leadership that evolved there as a backdrop to examine the status of the war and where the leaders were taking it ... his book reflects solid research and provides a penetrating look into this terrible conflict.” ―The Tampa Tribune & Times

About the Author

C.X.Moreau is the pseudonym for a former Marine NCO and veteran of the Lebanon deployments. Distant Valor was his first novel and he is an avid Civil War buff.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Forge Books (June 27, 2006)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 302 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0765316501
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0765316509
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 1 x 9.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars 21 ratings

About the author

Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations.
C. X. Moreau

C. X. Moreau

Brief content visible, double tap to read full content.
Full content visible, double tap to read brief content.

Discover more of the author’s books, see similar authors, read author blogs and more

Customer reviews

3.6 out of 5 stars
3.6 out of 5
21 global ratings
A Flowing Historical Read
5 Stars
A Flowing Historical Read
Promise of Glory is one of the best historical novels I have read on the Maryland Campaign culminating in the Battle of Antietam Creek, the bloodiest one day battle in American history 1862. Moreau who was a Marine, carries his military background through the dialog of this novel. I truly appreciate how the milieu is described and developed before the characters come into scenes. The historical research is excellent. As a historian myself, I anticipate historical events has they arise in the plot and in certain scenes. Moreau’s writing style is unique to him. I love the combination of words and sentences that flow so well.The characters are authentic to their historical setting but with the interpretations from the author. After all this is historical fiction not a scholarly study on the Maryland Campaign. The description of General Reno’s passing was quite touching and emotional. The geographic description of South Mountain and Harper’s Ferry are detailed and make the story come alive. Great Novel. Thanks.The suffering of, especially, the Confederate soldier in this particular campaign is shown and illustrated. Consistently by the author.If the author reads this can you let me know what scholarly books you used for research for the novel?
Hide
Thank you for your feedback
Sorry, there was an error
Sorry we couldn't load the review

Top reviews from the United States

JTM
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read for Civil War Buffs
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2018
Verified Purchase
One of the best Civil War novels on the market. It explores the events of the bloodiest day in American history in a fictional account that matches up well with the numerous serious historical studies of the battle, the lost orders, and the actions of the commanders on both sides.
One person found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Fred Melchiorre
5.0 out of 5 stars A Flowing Historical Read
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2019
Promise of Glory is one of the best historical novels I have read on the Maryland Campaign culminating in the Battle of Antietam Creek, the bloodiest one day battle in American history 1862. Moreau who was a Marine, carries his military background through the dialog of this novel. I truly appreciate how the milieu is described and developed before the characters come into scenes. The historical research is excellent. As a historian myself, I anticipate historical events has they arise in the plot and in certain scenes. Moreau’s writing style is unique to him. I love the combination of words and sentences that flow so well.

The characters are authentic to their historical setting but with the interpretations from the author. After all this is historical fiction not a scholarly study on the Maryland Campaign. The description of General Reno’s passing was quite touching and emotional. The geographic description of South Mountain and Harper’s Ferry are detailed and make the story come alive. Great Novel. Thanks.

The suffering of, especially, the Confederate soldier in this particular campaign is shown and illustrated. Consistently by the author.

If the author reads this can you let me know what scholarly books you used for research for the novel?
Customer image
Fred Melchiorre
5.0 out of 5 stars A Flowing Historical Read
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2019
Promise of Glory is one of the best historical novels I have read on the Maryland Campaign culminating in the Battle of Antietam Creek, the bloodiest one day battle in American history 1862. Moreau who was a Marine, carries his military background through the dialog of this novel. I truly appreciate how the milieu is described and developed before the characters come into scenes. The historical research is excellent. As a historian myself, I anticipate historical events has they arise in the plot and in certain scenes. Moreau’s writing style is unique to him. I love the combination of words and sentences that flow so well.

The characters are authentic to their historical setting but with the interpretations from the author. After all this is historical fiction not a scholarly study on the Maryland Campaign. The description of General Reno’s passing was quite touching and emotional. The geographic description of South Mountain and Harper’s Ferry are detailed and make the story come alive. Great Novel. Thanks.

The suffering of, especially, the Confederate soldier in this particular campaign is shown and illustrated. Consistently by the author.

If the author reads this can you let me know what scholarly books you used for research for the novel?
Images in this review
Customer image
Customer image
One person found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Don McCormick
5.0 out of 5 stars Historically accurate novel!
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2001
Promise of Glory is a historically accurate novel of the battle of Antietam and the invasion of Maryland by Robert E. Lee and the Army of Northern Virginia in 1862. The novel begins with Lee's decision to move his army north, and is told from the perspective of various general officers of both northern and southern armies.
The author has also taken the time to put the battle of Antietam in its proper historical context-- with detailed accounts of the move northward by the Confederate army, as well as the taking of Harper's Ferry and the battle of South Mountain. Readers who know Civil War history will appreciate the attention to historical detail throughout the novel. They will also gain an appreciation for why Lee chose to stand at Sharpsburg, Maryland instead of taking the logical step of falling back across the Potomac River and avoiding the battle.
C.X. Moreau delivers a very readable, and believable, account of what it must have been like to march in either army during 1862. His portrayal of the various officers and men that appear in the novel ring true, and his descriptions of battle scenes are well done. Of particular interest is the author's potrayal of the various officers, and their relationships and friendships that existed before, during, and perhaps after the conflict. Moreau seems to have gone the distance in exploring the depths of their associations and putting himself in their place as the battles took shape and men began to fall on both sides. The novel is as much about the dynamic at work between these officers and their men, and their fellow officers on both sides of the field, as it is about the actual historical events. In the end Moreau leaves it up to the reader to determine just what glory is to be found at Antietam.
All in all a very enjoyable read and one thoroughly worth the price of admission.
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Justin T. Jones
2.0 out of 5 stars Promise of Glory Reveiw by Justin Jones Of Mr. Stevens' 8th block class
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2005
C. X. Moreau wrote a very detailed war novel about the events leading to the Battle of Sharpsburg which was the bloodiest battle in the U.S. Civil War. In each chapter Moreau shows the veiws of the Confederate and Union generals and occasionally the soliders. Much of the book describes the hardships that the soliders had to endure to get from one battle to another. The had to walk through thick clouds of dust in the blistering sun and eat less than acceptable meals. I personally didn't like this book very much. There was too much discription and it took several chapters for the book to get into any battles, but it does discuss many war techniques and stratagies.

This book is very accurate to the facts of the Civil War. All of the generals mentioned in the book were real people who played major roles in the war. The Essential question I will be answering is What does it mean to be an American? In the book the men strive for glory for their faction. To be an American is to be proud of your country and your fellow countrymen. The men on both sides of the war fought for what they thought was right for their country.
One person found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars An Excellent Civil War Novel
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2003
"Promise of Glory" is a highly illustrative novel in many aspects. Moreau is particularily adept at character description and development and battle scene descriptions. It's almost as though he has battle experience himself. His accuracy and thoroughness are to be admired. Moreau's approach to describing the battle - the novel switches gears from one side to another and from one general to another - is particularily effective and keeps the reader turning the pages.
This isn't exactly a minute-by-minute, blow-by-blow description of the battle; it isn't meant to be. Rather it examines the vaious generals' thoughts and decisions - or lack thereof - all the while giving the reader what he needs to know about how and why the battle took place. For that alone it is worth the read. Moreau's dialogue - some fictional, some historically documented - is great and adds depth to the characters and battles.
A note to the tools who deride Moreau for his "similiarity" to Shaara: Instead of wasting your time writing hundreds of book reviews, of which at most *tens* of people will read, try and write a novel yourself and come up with a completely unique and new genre of writing style. Comparisions of Moreau's book to other Civil War writings are to be expected. But to more or less accuse Moreau of copying Shaara's writing style and characters shows you for what you really are: Trekkies who spend your time trashing others' work because you yourselves are more than likely failed authors.
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
 Report

Top reviews from other countries

P. J. Pullen
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 19, 2016
Verified Purchase
GOOD PRODUCT - PACKAGING ALSO GOOD
Report