Under Siege!: Three Children at the Civil War Battle for Vicksburg

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Review “Although her subtitle refers to three children, author Andrea Warren offers a wide-ranging account of the tactics, terrain and geography as well as the experience of Vicksburg's residents--many women, children and slaves among them--who endured the 47-day siege.” ―The Washington Post“This volume is not only an excellent source for reports but is riveting historical reading as well.” ―School Library Journal“The constant bombardment of the town; the very real dangers and inconveniences of hiding in Mississippi River caves; and the alternately festive and morbidly curious citizens of Vicksburg, who would regularly view the battle--all combine to present readers with an 1863 seldom pictured in textbooks.” ―The Horn Book“The many quotes offer insights into the points of view of Vicksburg residents and soldiers on both sides of the conflict. . . . Vivid, informative history.” ―Booklist, starred review“A unique perspective on a pivotal Civil War campaign.” ―Kirkus Reviews Read more About the Author Andrea Warren's noteworthy nonfiction has received the Boston Globe–Horn Book Award as well as a Robert F. Sibert Honor Book Award. Her book Escape from Saigon: How a Vietnam War Orphan Became an American Boy was a Booklist Editors' Choice and an NCSS-CBC Notable Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies, among other recommendations. She lives in the Kansas City area. Read more