Here are some of his most notable works:
* "The Generals: A Military History of the Civil War" (1960): This book explores the lives and strategies of key military figures on both sides of the war.
* "The Civil War Battlefields Guide" (1986): This comprehensive guide provides detailed descriptions of major Civil War battlefields.
* "The Victor, Not the Spoils: A Life of Ulysses S. Grant" (1986): This biography offers a fresh perspective on the life and career of General Ulysses S. Grant.
* "Fort Sumter: The Beginning of the End" (1960): This book examines the events leading up to the Confederate attack on Fort Sumter, which marked the beginning of the Civil War.
* "The Last of the Confederates" (1972): This book explores the lives of Confederate veterans in the years after the Civil War.
* "Days of Decision: The Battles of Iuka and Corinth" (1960): This work analyzes two important battles in the Western Theater of the war.
Beyond these, Minear contributed numerous articles to historical journals and served as an editor for various publications. His writing style is clear, concise, and deeply researched, making his works valuable resources for understanding the complexities of the American Civil War.