New York Times bestselling author Jeff Shaara returns to the Civil War terrain he knows so well with the latest novel in the series that started with A Blaze of Glory and A Chain of Thunder. In The Smoke at Dawn, the last great push of the Army of the Cumberland sets the stage for a decisive confrontation at Chattanooga that could determine the outcome of the war.

The 7 pm event is free and open to the public. A 6 pm reception, by reservation only, is $30 per person and includes a copy of the book and light refreshments. For more information and reservations for the reception, 214-421-4500, x101 or e-mail nora@dallashistory.org

Books will be available for purchase and there will be a book signing following the program.