Libby Life: Experiences Of A Prisoner Of War In Richmond, Virginia, 1863-64 (1864)

By Frederico Fernandez Cavada and Federico Fernandez Cavada

Book Overview

Libby Life is a memoir written by Federico Fernandez Cavada, a Union officer who was captured during the American Civil War and held as a prisoner of war in Richmond, Virginia. The book recounts Cavada's experiences in the notorious Libby Prison, where he was held for several months alongside other Union soldiers. Cavada's memoir provides a firsthand account of the harsh conditions and brutal treatment that prisoners of war endured during the Civil War. He describes the overcrowded and unsanitary conditions of the prison, the meager rations and lack of medical care, and the constant threat of violence from both guards and fellow prisoners. Despite the difficult circumstances, Cavada maintains a resilient spirit and a sense of humor throughout his ordeal. He describes the ways in which the prisoners found ways to entertain themselves, such as staging mock debates and organizing athletic competitions. In addition to his personal experiences, Cavada also provides insight into the larger political and social context of the Civil War. He discusses the attitudes of both Union and Confederate soldiers towards the war, and reflects on the role of slavery in the conflict. Overall, Libby Life is a powerful and poignant memoir that offers a unique perspective on the Civil War and the experiences of prisoners 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: 1164683624
• ISBN13: 9781164683629
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 238 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"