"This booklet has been compiled with the understanding that the Battle of Hartville was not a major engagement in the War Between the States.It was, nevertheless, and event of great significance to the people of Hartville and Wright County and certainly to the individuals who participated in the conflict. As is customary in such events, there is a great divergence of opinion about the circumstances as they transpired. Both sides were vociferous in claiming victory and each sought to downplay the number of its casualties. In this booklet, we present all the available accounts, without editorial comment, for assessment by the reader." -- From the foreword.

Spiral-bound. Photocopies of various works, compiled by the Historical Society of Wright County, Missouri.