I am in the process of writing a novel on the civil war. I am trying to come up with a route for a soldier who was discharged in Knoxville, Tn who had to walk home to Tekonsha, Michigan. Could someone tell me some books or magazine articles that would help me to figure out the route and the terrain back then? It's taken me 5 years to start this book but now I am getting excited about it. I would appreciate anyone's help or encouragement.

Sincerely,
Diane
Austin, TX