A Journey Of A Jayhawker (1905)

By W y Morgan

Book Overview

""A Journey Of A Jayhawker"" is a book written by William Yoast Morgan and published in 1905. The book is a memoir that tells the story of the author's life as a soldier during the American Civil War. The term ""jayhawker"" refers to a guerrilla fighter who operated in Kansas and Missouri during the war.Morgan was born in Kentucky in 1839 and moved to Missouri with his family when he was a child. He joined the Union Army in 1861 and fought in several battles, including the Battle of Wilson's Creek and the Battle of Pea Ridge. He was also involved in several skirmishes with Confederate guerrillas.The book provides a vivid description of the life of a soldier during the Civil War, including the hardships of camp life, the brutality of battle, and the camaraderie that develops between soldiers. Morgan also describes the impact of the war on civilians, particularly those living in Missouri and Kansas, which were heavily contested territories.In addition to his experiences as a soldier, Morgan also describes his post-war life, including his work as a farmer and his involvement in local politics. He also reflects on the legacy of the Civil War and the challenges faced by the country in the years following the conflict.Overall, ""A Journey Of A Jayhawker"" provides a unique perspective on the American Civil War and its aftermath, as seen through the eyes of a soldier who lived through it.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: 1164533894
• ISBN13: 9781164533894
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 302 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"