Secret Lives of the Civil War

Bizarre Civil War Personalities Told with Verve

Written byCormac O'Brien

Narrated byAllen O'Reilly

Length9h43m

Release dateOctober 16, 2013

GenreBiographies & Memoirs, Historical, Military & War

LanguageEnglish

★★★☆★ 3.7 (2 ratings)

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Author	Cormac O'Brien
Narrator	Allen O'Reilly
Runtime	9h43m
Published	October 16, 2013
Rating	★★★☆★ 3.7 / 5 (2 ratings)
Categories	Biographies & Memoirs, Historical, Military & War, American Civil War, History, Military, Wars & Conflicts, Comedy & Humor
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Step into the underbelly of America's bloodiest conflict in ‘Secret Lives of the Civil War,’ where Cormac O'Brien’s sharp wit and historical savvy bring to life a gallery of eccentric characters. This audiobook delves deep into the lives of both Union and Confederate figures, painting vivid portraits through their quirks, scandals, and surprising facts that challenge traditional narratives. The narration by Allen O'Reilly is dynamic and energetic, making each anecdote feel like a thrilling tale rather than historical dryness.

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Editor's Review ★★★☆★

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Allen O'Reilly’s performance brings the audacious narrative to life with remarkable energy. His tone shifts effortlessly from deadpan humor to dramatic intensity, keeping listeners engaged throughout. The stories of figures like Joshua Linn, who was accused of being a blackface performer in his spare time while serving as a Union officer, and the notorious Confederate spy Rose O’Neal Greenhow, whose personal life is as intriguing as her espionage activities, are particularly captivating. However, some segments feel overlong due to repeated humor, which can make the pacing uneven at times.

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