Ask Daily Stoic: Ryan and Writer S.C. Gwynne Discuss the Great Stories and Leaders of the American Civil War

<p>On today’s Daily Stoic Podcast, Ryan takes a deep dive into the American Civil War with author and journalist S.C. Gwynne. They discuss the immense bloodshed of the conflict and the strategies utilized, compare the merits of its most notable political and military leaders, and more.</p><p>S.C. “Sam” Gwynne is the author of the <em>New York Times</em> bestsellers <a href='https://geni.us/DoG3'><em>Empire of the Summer Moon</em></a><em> </em>(a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Critics Circle Award) and <a href='https://geni.us/BwELt6L'><em>Rebel Yell: The Violence, Passion, and Redemption of Stonewall Jackson</em></a>. His most recent book, <a href='https://geni.us/fqGs'><em>Hymns of the Republic</em></a><em>,</em> covers the final year of the American Civil War. Gwynne has written for <em>Texas Monthly </em>and <em>Outside</em> magazine.</p><p>Get your copy of <a href='https://geni.us/fqGs'><em>Hymns of the Republic</em></a><em>:</em> <a href='https://geni.us/fqGs'>https://geni.us/fqGs</a></p><p>This episode is brought to you by <a href='http://thrivemarket.com/dailystoic'>Thrive Market</a>. <a href='http://thrivemarket.com/dailystoic'>Thrive Market</a> is the best online location for getting healthy and sustainable groceries delivered to your doorstep. <a href='http://thrivemarket.com/dailystoic'>Thrive Market</a> provides for over 70 diets and value systems, and members save 25-50% off retail prices. Plus, orders over $49 qualify for their carbon-neutral free shipping. Visit <a href='http://thrivemarket.com/dailystoic'>thrivemarket.com/dailystoic</a> to get a free gift up to $22 with your first order.</p><p>This episode is also brought to you by <a href='https://trends.co/stoic/'>Trends</a>. <a href='https://trends.co/stoic/'>Trends</a> is the ultimate online community for entrepreneurs and business aficionados who want to know the latest news about business trends and analysis. It features articles from the most knowledgeable people, interviews with movers and shakers, and a private comm