Vicksburg: A Poem

By Charles Albert Hobbs

Book Overview

Vicksburg: A Poem is a literary work written by Charles A. Hobbs. The book is a poetic tribute to the city of Vicksburg, Mississippi, which played a significant role in the American Civil War. The poem captures the essence of the city's history and its people, from its early days as a trading post to its pivotal role in the Civil War. The book is divided into several sections, each of which explores a different aspect of Vicksburg's history. The first section of the book provides a brief overview of the city's founding and its early years. The second section focuses on the city's role in the Civil War, particularly the Siege of Vicksburg, which lasted for 47 days and resulted in a Union victory. Throughout the poem, Hobbs uses vivid imagery and descriptive language to bring Vicksburg to life. He describes the city's natural beauty, its architecture, and its people, painting a picture of a vibrant and resilient community. The book also includes several illustrations that help to bring the poem to life.Overall, Vicksburg: A Poem is a beautifully crafted tribute to a city that played an important role in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the Civil War or the history of the American South.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: 1163782009
• ISBN13: 9781163782002
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 302 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"