Notes Of A Private - Couverture souple

Hubbard, John Milton

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9371469676 ISBN 13 : 9789371469678

Editeur : Double 9 Books LLP, 2025

Synopsis

Notes of a private recounts the lived experiences of a soldier in war, shaped by the personal reflections of the author. The narrative begins with a candid explanation of the author's motivations, driven by a commitment to honesty and a desire to preserve the memory of his fellow soldiers. These early pages explore the emotional charge of enlistment, where youthful excitement and patriotic fervor are met with the sobering demands of military life. The shift from civilian to soldier is captured in brief yet telling moments of training, logistical improvisation, and the tightening bonds among comrades. Through personal recollections, the author reflects on how idealism is quickly tempered by the hardships of war. The memoir does not glorify battle but instead presents it as a setting in which character, endurance, and quiet courage are tested. The foundation is laid for a chronicle that seeks not just to recount historical events, but to humanize them, drawing attention to the psychological toll and moral ambiguities that defined the Confederate soldier s daily existence.

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À propos de l?auteur

John Milton Hubbard was an author best known for his first-hand account of life as a soldier during the war. Hubbard turned to authorship with a desire to document the realities of war from the viewpoint of an ordinary soldier rather than through grand narratives of generals and politicians. His writing is marked by clarity, sincerity, and a commitment to accuracy, offering a personal reflection on loyalty, hardship, and survival in a divided nation. In chronicling his experiences, he aimed not only to preserve the legacy of his comrades but also to provide future generations with an unembellished view of soldier life in the Confederacy. Hubbard s work contributes to the broader understanding of the Civil War s human impact, with a focus on personal responsibility, memory, and the value of truth in historical writing. His account remains a notable piece of Confederate memoir literature, offering insights into both individual endurance and the collective experience of war.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books LLP
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9371469676
• ISBN 13: 9789371469678
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 106
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