From A New England Woman's Diary In Dixie In 1865 (1906)

By Mary Ames and Mary Clemmer Ames

Book Overview

""From A New England Woman�������s Diary In Dixie In 1865"" is a historical memoir written by Mary Ames. The book is a personal account of her experiences as a young woman traveling through the southern states during the Civil War in 1865. Ames was a New England native who visited the South as a teacher, and her diary entries detail her observations of the people, culture, and politics of the region during a time of great upheaval. The book provides a unique perspective on the war and its aftermath from a northern woman's point of view. Ames describes the devastation she witnessed in the South, including the destruction of homes, farms, and infrastructure. She also writes about the challenges of teaching in a war-torn region and the difficulties of navigating the complex social and racial dynamics of the time. Overall, ""From A New England Woman�������s Diary In Dixie In 1865"" is a fascinating firsthand account of a pivotal moment in American history, offering insight into the experiences of both northern and southern citizens during the Civil 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: 1163934291
• ISBN13: 9781163934296
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Length: 134 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"