Gettysburg 1863: Campaign of Endless Echoes

I visited the Gettysburg battlefield for the first time in Nov 99. Not being that familiar with the events of Gettysburg, I decided to read a book about it before I traveled to the site. I was very fortunate to have selected Gettysburg 1863 by Richard Wheeler. The book thoroughly explains the events surrounding the battle of July 1863. In addition to the outstanding narrative, Mr. Wheeler has included many drawings and maps that further detail the battles fought and the military strategy of the two armies. The book was very easy to read and extremely interesting. I couldn't put it down. By the time I arrived at Gettysburg, I felt like I had been there before. Thanks to this well written book, my visit to Gettysburg was twice as enjoyable. If one wants a quick, complete and accurate history of the Battle of Gettysburg, this is the book. Any sincere Civil War buff should have this book in his or her library.