... detailed, well-written and thoroughly documented." --The Journal of Military History
... comprehensive, well-written, and thoroughly researched... "--Booklist
... the definitive work on the life of Winfield Scott Hancock... "--Blue and Gray
At last we have a complete life of Hancock], and it, too, is superb." --The Philadelphia Inquirer
Jordan's careful attention to detail and excellent use of sources highlight a lively writing style to make a highly readable book." --America's Civil War
Jordan's study of Hancock is an important contribution to both military and political history." --Journal of Southern History