In the Hands of Providence

Joshua L. Chamberlain and the American Civil War

De: Alice Rains Trulock

Narrado por: Tom Parker

Joshua Chamberlain of Maine forged a remarkable career during the Civil War. An academic and theologian by training, this modest young professor left Bowdoin College to accept a commission as lieutenant colonel of the 20th Maine. He fought at Antietam and Fredericksburg, then led his regiment to glory at Gettysburg, where he ordered the brilliant charge that saved Little Round Top. Promoted to brigade command, Chamberlain won a battlefield promotion to brigadier general from Ulysses S. Grant for his distinguished conduct in the assaults against Petersburg. He was held in such high esteem by his superior officers that Grant accorded him the honor of receiving the formal Confederate surrender at Appomattox. There, Chamberlain endeared himself to succeeding generations with his unforgettable salute to Robert E. Lee's defeated army.©1992 The University of North Carolina Press (P)1996 Blackstone Audio Inc.

Outstanding Biography

This excellent biography of Chamberlain stands as a fitting tribute to a remarkable man and hero. Though more may remain to be said of him, the general restraint of the tone, while not slighting his character and accomplishments is very fitting to the man, scholar, and commander.

Required listening

Having spent many in Gettysburg and aware of the story I expected good things from this book. It exceeded all measure. Well done

As spectacular as the man was.

This is a great book. A great telling of a true American hero. A Civil War enthusiast must read.

What a great historical biography about a National Hero!

Chamberlain’s first hand accounts of his life experiences before, during and after the American Civil War are riveting and give a glimpse into the savage brutality of those darkest days of America. His ability to overcome personal hardships in a most dignified and honorable fashion is amazing.

Marvelous story of one of the greatest men in Civil War History

I’m not big on lots of words, but studying this great hero was a treat for me.

what a glorious victory

the story of J. L. Chamberlain is one for the ages. A true romantic.
I highly recommend this as a listen!

Simply Exceptional.

Fantastic research, performance, and writing for a superb gentleman. The author is a gem among her peers.

Outstanding

This is one of the best biographies I have ever listened to! This man is without a doubt one of the most amazing American hero's of the Civil War and yet probably few are familar with him and all the battles he participated in while suffering a number of injuries. This book makes you feel like you have met and spent time with Joshua Chamberlain. I only wish I had learned of this man sooner when I lived in New England and could have visited his home in Maine. You will enjoy this book.

Good read...listen

Would you listen to In the Hands of Providence again? Why?

Yes, find something I missed previously

Have you listened to any of Tom Parker’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Made me think of what these soldiers felt during the battles

Any additional comments?

American hero, showed what being human meant.

Not what I expected.

A long boring documentary, IT IS NOT! But a riveting, eye opening, awe inspiring!