A Glimpse Of Andersonville And Other Writings (1896)

By Francis J. Hosmer

Book Overview

""A Glimpse of Andersonville and Other Writings"" is a collection of essays and articles written by Francis J. Hosmer in 1896. The book provides a vivid description of the infamous Andersonville prison during the Civil War, where thousands of Union soldiers were held captive in inhumane conditions. Hosmer was a Union soldier who was imprisoned in Andersonville for several months, and his firsthand account of the prison sheds light on the atrocities that occurred there. In addition to the Andersonville essay, the book includes other writings by Hosmer, including articles on the Civil War, poetry, and personal reflections. The essays provide a unique perspective on the war and its impact on those who fought in it. Hosmer's writing is emotional and powerful, and his descriptions of the horrors of war are both haunting and moving. Overall, ""A Glimpse of Andersonville and Other Writings"" is a valuable historical document that offers insight into one of the darkest moments in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the Civil War, American history, or the human experience of war.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164527959
• ISBN13: 9781164527954
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"