The Siege Of Spoleto: A Camp Tale Of Arlington Heights (1864)

By Michael J.A. McCaffery

Book Overview

The Siege of Spoleto: A Camp Tale of Arlington Heights (1864) is a historical fiction novel written by Michael J. A. McCaffery. The book is set during the American Civil War and follows the story of a group of soldiers from the Union Army who are stationed in Arlington Heights, Virginia. The soldiers are tasked with defending the area against Confederate forces, and they soon find themselves facing a siege by the enemy.As the siege wears on, the soldiers are forced to endure increasingly difficult conditions, including shortages of food and supplies, as well as constant bombardment by Confederate artillery. Despite these challenges, the soldiers remain steadfast in their determination to defend their position and protect their fellow soldiers.The book is based on real events and is told from the perspective of several different characters, including soldiers, officers, and civilians caught up in the conflict. Through their stories, the reader gains a vivid and immersive understanding of what life was like during the Civil War, and the sacrifices that were made by those who fought and died for their country.Overall, The Siege of Spoleto is a gripping and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on one of the most important conflicts in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the Civil War, military history, or historical fiction in general.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: 1167179803
• ISBN13: 9781167179808
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"