The Wilderness Campaign: The Meeting of Grant and Lee

Set during the pivotal Battle of the Wilderness in May 1864, this comprehensive history details the initial confrontation between Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee amidst the chaotic and brutal fighting in Virginia. The narrative captures the intensity of the battle, which lasted two days without a definitive victor, and highlights its significance in the broader context of the Civil War. Originally published in 1960, Edward Steere's work is recognized as a foundational study and continues to serve as a key resource for understanding this critical conflict.