The Killer Angels (novel)

"The Killer Angels" is a historical novel by Michael Shaara that tells the story of the Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War, focusing on the perspectives of soldiers and leaders from both the Union and Confederate sides. Published in 1974, it explores themes of honor, duty, and the moral complexities of war. Through detailed characterizations of figures like General Robert E. Lee and Colonel Joshua Chamberlain, the novel humanizes the conflict, illustrating the decisions and emotions that shaped this pivotal battle in American history. It won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1975.