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Johnston, Henry Phelps

 
9781440070327: Andersonville the Story of Man's Inhumanity to Man (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Eye-opening Civil War memoir of endurance, hardship, and loss

This nonfiction account follows a Union soldier’s firsthand experiences from enlistment through the brutal realities of war, including the infamous Andersonville prison. It blends personal courage with historical context, offering a stark portrait of captivity, disease, and the human cost of conflict. The narrative also touches on pivotal moments, such as the pursuit and capture of Confederate leaders, to illuminate the wider arc of the war.

The book presents concrete scenes— cramped quarters, scarce food, creeping disease, and the daily struggle to stay alive. It aims to illuminate not just battles, but the everyday acts of resilience, comradeship, and faith that sustained soldiers in dark times.

  • Eyewitness details of prison camp life and the toll of overcrowding, lice, and poor rations
  • Harsh realities of disease, starvation, and survival in the era’s wartime conditions
  • Personal reflections on courage, humanity, and the cost of liberty
  • Historical milestones and the broader arc of the Civil War, including leadership and strategy

Ideal for readers who enjoy Civil War memoirs, historical narratives, and personal histories that reveal the human side of war.

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