The Deserters (1911)

By George C. Jenks

Book Overview

The Deserters is a book written by George C. Jenks and published in 1911. It is a historical account of the American Civil War, focusing on the experiences of soldiers who deserted from both the Union and Confederate armies. The book explores the reasons why soldiers chose to desert, including issues such as poor living conditions, lack of pay, and disillusionment with the war effort. It also examines the consequences of desertion, including the harsh punishments meted out by military authorities. The book draws on a range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and court-martial records, to provide a detailed and compelling account of this little-discussed aspect of the Civil War. Overall, The Deserters offers a unique perspective on the war and sheds light on the experiences of soldiers who often went unrecognized in the historical record.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: 054883587X
• ISBN13: 9780548835876
• Release Date: January 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"