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Explore These Books From The Sojourner’s Compass!

From Civil War battlefields to historical fiction, our books bring Missouri’s stories to life. Whether you’re planning your next journey or diving into the human side of the war, you’ll find your book here —

By Jonathon Midgley:

“MISSOURI IN THE CROSSFIRE: The Civil War’s Forgotten Frontier”Series

Image showing five book covers from the series “Missouri in the Crossfire: The Civil War’s Forgotten Frontier” by Jonathon Midgley. Titles include Five Facts from a State at War, Five Campaigns That Shaped a State, Five Women Who Shaped a State at War, Five Union Generals Who Shaped a State at War, and Five Confederate Generals Who Fought for a Lost Missouri. The series explores Missouri’s divided Civil War history through concise, story-driven volumes.

Missouri in the Crossfire: The Civil War’s Forgotten Frontier explores the conflict that divided a state and shaped a nation. Each short, story-driven volume uncovers a different side of Missouri’s Civil War — the facts, the campaigns, the women, and the generals, Union and Confederate, who defined its fate. Balanced, fast-paced, and deeply human, this series brings the war home to Missouri, where loyalty was tested and history was rewritten.

“Battles & Beyond” – Companion Book Series

Battles and Beyond Civil War book series by Jonathon Midgley — Missouri battlefield guides including Boonville, Carthage, Wilson’s Creek, Lexington, Pea Ridge, Centralia, Pilot Knob, Glasgow, and Westport, plus a fast-track overview guide.

“Battles & Beyond” is a travel-ready companion series uncovering Missouri’s Civil War chaos, courage, and contested loyalties. Each concise volume blends historical context, firsthand quotes, and walking tips to make battlefields easy to explore. Perfect for travelers, educators, and history enthusiasts, Jonathon Midgley brings forgotten fights into sharp focus—one battlefield at a time.

The Last Hand: Shadows of the War – Series

Promotional graphic for The Last Hand: Shadows of the War series by Jonathon Midgley, featuring covers of four published books (The Last Hand, Tucker’s Ride, Crossing Kansas City, Ashes on the River Road) and a preview for Book 5, A Reckoning in Gray. Banner notes the series is available on Kindle and Kindle Unlimited.

“The Last Hand” is a historical western series set in postwar Missouri, where former Confederate officer Caleb Tucker drifts through saloons, steamboats, and bloodied trails in search of redemption or ruin. Blending gritty realism with slow-burn suspense, each novel stands alone while building a larger saga of loyalty, loss, and reckoning.

How to Plan a Budget-Friendly Getaway in Missouri: Smart Travel Strategies for Affordable Adventures

Book cover for How to Plan a Budget-Friendly Getaway in Missouri by Jonathon Midgley. The design features a scenic highway cutting through colorful autumn trees at sunset, symbolizing affordable travel adventures in Missouri.

Explore Missouri on a budget with smart travel strategies, scenic itineraries, and insider tips on lodging, dining, and hidden gems. Whether solo or with family, this guide makes affordable adventures simple, fun, and stress-free.

The Sojourner’s Ledger: A Traveler’s Journal for Adventure & Discovery

Book cover for The Sojourner’s Ledger: A Traveler’s Journal for Adventure & Discovery by Jonathon Midgley. The design shows a rustic dirt path lined with wooden fences, symbolizing exploration and reflective travel.

The Sojourner’s Ledger is a traveler’s journal that helps you plan smarter, reflect deeper, and capture every journey. With guided prompts, budgeting tools, and customizable trackers, it turns each adventure into a story worth remembering. Perfect for explorers, history buffs, and road-trip dreamers.