GDG- Eric W's New Book

[Eric J. Wittenberg]

Thank you for the kind words, David.  The book is at the printer, so  
it will be out shortly.

Eric

On Jul 26, 2006, at 11:04 AM, Smith David wrote:

> Esteemed GDG Member Contributes:
>
>
> I was part of the GDG in the 1994-1997 time frame, and I can remember
> Eric posting snippets of his extensive research back then,  His  
> comments
> were always insightful and well thought-out, and he was always able to
> see/hear both sides, even if he had a decided opinion one way or
> another.  He even hosted an interactive event where GDGers could  
> log on,
> read material, look at maps, and have a real time discussion (I don't
> recall if this was on Stuart's ride or not).  I even remember the
> animated discussions with esteemed member Vic Vernon and others.  I'm
> delighted to see this book is coming out, and I know it will show the
> benefits of thinking about and actively engaging on a topic over a
> number of years.  Eric is a foremost expert in the area and I look
> forward to the book.  I'm sure it will change how a lot of people  
> think
> about this historical controversy
>
> David G. Smith
>
>
>
> Subject: Re: GDG- Eric's talk
>
> << Eric's topic was his
>
> new book (co-authored with J.D. Petruzzi) "Plenty of Blame to Go  
> Around:
>
> Jeb Stuart's Controversial Ride to Gettysburg." Eric's talk was one of
> the best I have ever heard at these type of events. His command of the
> subject and ability to convey it are top notch.
>
> Keep an eye out for the book. Publication has been delayed, but  
> will be
> out in the Fall I believe. I have had a chance to read it in draft,  
> and
> it is the most comprehensive and objective study on this subject I  
> have
> seen thus far.
>
> Tom Ryan >>
>
> As did I. It's a long overdue effort to put Stuart's entire ride in
> context, and provide detailed descriptions of a number of too often
> overlooked incidents and engagements along the way. Members will  
> find it
> well worth the wait.
>
> Jim Cameron
>
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