Partisans and Redcoats: The Southern Conflict That Turned the Tide of the American Revolution

I always look forward to reading Dr. Edgar's books, and this book only further establishes him as a preeminent Southern historian. In many history books, South Carolina's role in the American Revolution is reduced to one or two key battles. Thankfully, Dr. Edgar bucks this trend and explores not only the big battles like Kings Mountain but the smaller skirmishes as well, which were essential to the Partisans' success. I especially... Read Full Review

"Partisans and Redcoats: The Southern Conflict That Turned the Tide of the American Revolution," by Walter Edgar, is a fascinating history of a crucial chapter in United States history. Edgar tells the story of the Revolutionary War in South Carolina.Edgar paints an interesting portrait of the people and culture of that region before and during the war. The book recounts the key battles and personalities that shaped the southern... Read Full Review

This book is well written, researched, fast moving and wonderful. Each chapter will have you sitting on the edge of your seat and you will find this book very hard to put down. The important role that South Carolina played in the American Revolution is clearly detailed and these true stories will make you laugh and cry. Partisans and Redcoats is one that all ages will enjoy. Dr. Edgar is not only a wonderful historian but... Read Full Review