April 1865

The month feels like a microcosm of the entire Civil War—I'm curious what drew the author to highlight this specific period and how it shaped the narrative.

Winik's storytelling weaves together military, political, and personal stories. Did it help in understanding the bigger picture or oversimplify any aspects?

The way key moments are highlighted feels deliberate—I'm wondering what guided those choices and whether some stories were left out intentionally.