Edith, Stephen W. Sears. "Landscape Turned Red", Ticknor and Fields, 1983. By far the most comprehensive book on the battle. Ronald H. Bailey "The Bloodiest Day", Alexandria, VA: Time-Life Books, 1984. If you're just starting to read about the battle, this gives a good overview to use as a starting point. For the actions of both armies leading up to the battle: John Michael Priest. "Before Antietam: The Battle for South Mountain", New York: Oxford University Press, 1992. Alice Gayley Mooreedith@aol.com wrote: > Am seeking information regarding the Battle at Antietam. > > I recently learned that an ancestor had died in Sharpsburg that fateful Sept. > day. > > Can anyone provide a summary of this Battle? Or perhaps refer me to a web > site or Library book? > > Appreciate any input. Thanks. > Edith -- Pennsylvania in the Civil War http://www.pa-roots.com/~pacw/