| Author |
Russell, William Howard, Sir, 1820-1907 |
| Title |
My Diary: North and South (vol. 2 of 2)
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Bradbury and Evans,1863.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
MWS, John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"My Diary: North and South (vol. 2 of 2)" by Sir William Howard Russell is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work presents a journalist's perspective of the American Civil War, capturing the experiences and observations of the author as he travels through various cities in the South. The narrative covers the conflict over slavery, societal tensions, and the stark differences between Northern and Southern sentiments during this tumultuous period. The opening of the book sets the scene on the Mississippi River, where Russell recounts his journey to Vicksburg and Memphis, detailing encounters with locals, their attitudes towards the war, and the social dynamics at play. He describes a dinner scene filled with soldiers and planters, revealing the strong Southern enthusiasm for the Confederacy and their complex views on issues like slavery. The author also reflects on his perceptions of life in the South, including the harsh realities of war and the moral questions surrounding the institution of slavery, providing readers with an insightful glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
E151: History: America: United States
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| Subject |
United States -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives
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| Subject |
Confederate States of America -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Russell, William Howard, Sir, 1820-1907 -- Diaries
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| Subject |
Russell, William Howard, Sir, 1820-1907 -- Travel -- United States
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68126 |
| Release Date |
May 19, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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