The Civil War recounts Caesar's conflict against Gnaeus Pompeius and the Roman Senate from 49-48 BC. Divided into three books, Caesar narrates his journey from Gaul to Italy, detailing his clashes with Pompeius, including the decisive Battle of Pharsalus. The narrative reveals Caesar's attempts at reconciliation, Pompeius's retreat to Greece, and the subsequent pursuit by Caesar. The book culminates with Pompeius's death in Egypt and Caesar's justification for occupying the region. The Civil War offers insight into the political intrigues, military strategies, and personal motivations of key figures such as Caesar, Pompey, and Crassus. Through Caesar's perspective, readers witness the breakdown of the First Triumvirate, the power struggles within the Senate, and the escalation of tensions that ultimately led to civil war. Rediscovered in the Middle Ages and republished during the Renaissance, it has continued to captivate scholars and readers alike, serving as a cornerstone in the study of ancient history and Latin literature. This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian-inspired dust jacket.

When a slave named Uncle Tom is sold by his former masters, he is forced to leave his family behind. Throughout his struggles, Tom almost succumbs to hopelessness as his faith in God is tested by the hardships of slavery.

Gone with the Wind depicts the struggles of young Scarlett O'Hara, the spoiled daughter of a well-to-do plantation owner, who must use every means at her disposal to claw her way out of poverty following the destruction of the Civil War.

The Gallic War, is Julius Caesar's account of his campaigns in Gaul over an eight-year period. Caesar's narrative not only captures his military tactics but also reflects his political acumen in war to bolster his reputation back in Rome.

In 1797, Billy Budd is forced into service aboard the HMS Bellipotent. After arousing the antagonism of the ship's master-at-arms, truth and justice are intertwined in a moral dilemma that will decide Billy's very fate.

Taking place during the American Civil War, this novel is about a young private of the Union Army, Henry Fleming, who flees from the field of battle.

The Memoirs of General William T. Sherman began with the year 1846 (when the Mexican War began) and ended with a chapter about the military lessons of the Civil War.