The Prisoners Of Perote: Containing A Journal Kept By The Author (1845)

By William Preston Stapp

Book Overview

The Prisoners of Perote is a historical book written by William Preston Stapp and published in 1845. The book is based on Stapp's personal experiences as a prisoner during the Mexican-American War. It contains a detailed journal kept by the author during his captivity in the Perote Castle, a notorious prison in Mexico. Stapp's journal provides a rare and intimate insight into the conditions of imprisonment, the daily struggles and hardships faced by the prisoners, and the brutal treatment they endured at the hands of their captors. The author describes the harsh living conditions, the lack of food and water, and the rampant disease that plagued the prison. The book also sheds light on the political and military context of the war and the events that led to Stapp's capture. The author provides a vivid account of the battles and skirmishes that took place between the American and Mexican forces, and the circumstances that led to his surrender and imprisonment. Overall, The Prisoners of Perote is a powerful and engrossing account of one man's experience of captivity and survival in a hostile and unforgiving environment. It is a valuable historical document that offers insight into the realities of war and the human cost of conflict.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may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: 1120039444
• ISBN13: 9781120039446
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 170 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"