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In the years before the Civil War, the Mains and Hazards achieve their triumphs and suffer their tragedies against the panorama of American history. 2 cassettes.
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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Mass Market Paperback
I only recently came across the name of John Jakes whilst reading the back of a video (for the North and South tv series that I haven't seen). I have always been interested in the American Civil War and as I have exhausted the books from my favourite authors decided to give him a go.
I was surprised at how quickly I got caught up in the highly addictive storyline. All of the main characters (even the necessary but irritating ones) had me captivated to find out what would happen to them next. If you are going to read this book set some time aside as it is exceedingly difficult to put down.
My one regret is that I only got the first book (wanted to make sure I liked it before buying the set) and I want to be reading the second book now as I need to know what happens next. Well worth your money.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Having read the kent family chronicles,it was very easy to get into the swing of this equally compelling triology. Definite read for anyone whether young or old.American history is heaven on earth for historical writers but no one writes a novel better than John Jakes. You'll never put it down until the last page is turned.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Mass Market Paperback
When I was a little kid, I used to watch the TV series. While reading the book, I went back to those days. All I could say that the writer creates a wonderful atmosphere of that time, and you imagine yourself like one of those characters. You should read yourself to make a critique, but surely it will not be any different from "Thumbs up!".
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A tale of two families
North and South is the tale of two families, the Hazards of Pennsylvania and the Mains of South Carolina. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Misfit
Great Read
I loved the TV series, and so was excited to read the trilogy books. I have to tell you they don't disappoint, if you think that by watching the TV show you're reading the books,... Read more
Published 19 months ago by DL
mum loves to read
I bought this book as a surprise for my mum for Xmas she was over the moon, received it in perfect condidtion
Published on 4 Feb 2010 by Ms. M. S. Fletcher
Good Holiday Read
Just back from a two week holiday and this was one of the two books my wife and I took. Sitting on the shelf for a year or so after having bought the trilogy following watching... Read more
Published on 22 July 2009 by E. Smith
enjoyable read
great foundation layer and scene setter for the next two chapters in this saga. gives good introduction to characters you'll feel you know
Published on 24 Mar 2009 by O. Murphy
Good but not great
The historical background to the story is well researched and cannot be faulted, so the book is a good read for any one wanting to know about some of the most vital decades in... Read more
Published on 3 Jun 2007 by Ros France
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