About the Author

Edison H. Thomas was new bureau manager of the Louisville & Nashville Railroad Company and was the author of numerous articles on the Civil War.

Reviews

""This excellent book is a 'must have' book for your Confederate Cavalry bookshelf." -- The Lone Star Book Review" --

"A well-written book which affords an excellent overview of a controversial man and his role in the war." -- Civil War Book Exchange

"An informative, yet highly readable account of Morgan and his cavalry." -- Journal of American Military History

"In a brief, exciting book Edison H. Thomas traces the meteoric career of the famous raider from the early halcyon days when victory seemed possible to his death in the late summer of 1864 when defeat appeared probable." -- Filson Club History Quarterly

"Thomas not only gives a precise account of Morgan's daring -- if sometimes ill-advised -- raids, but uses them to illustrate the curious nature of the man, his ability to lead by example, and his inability, or refusal, to exercise the military discipline that is also an integral part of leadership." -- Louisville Courier-Journal

"Wades through the myth and controversy of Morgan and his men to offer a balanced reflection." -- Civil War Press Corps