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OverviewTwo ladies in the struggle for Southern independence This unique Leonaur edition brings together two personal accounts of the American Civil War as it was experienced by Confederate ladies. This was a war notable for the willingness of American women to become directly involved in the conflict-including, on some notable occasions, actually dressing in military uniforms and joining the men on the battlefield. Women spies on either side were not uncommon and the famous-or notorious, depending upon the loyalties of the arbiter-female Confederate spy Belle Boyd, who proved to be invaluable as a source of intelligence for General 'Stonewall' Jackson, makes an appearance in these pages. It was characteristic of many women to rise above the expected position of 'they also serve who stand and wait.' In these accounts readers will learn how two women waged their own war. Here are accounts of hospitals for the wounded, a notable attempt at blockade running, capture by Union troops, daring rescue, open battle and romance-even the famous cavalry commander Jeb Stuart makes an appearance in these pages. This is an excellent two-in-one volume for all those interested in the activities of redoubtable Southern women in a time of conflict. Leonaur editions are newly typeset and are not facsimiles; each title is available in softcover and hardback with dustjacket. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Mary A H Gay , Myrta Lockett AvaryPublisher: Leonaur Ltd Imprint: Leonaur Ltd Dimensions: Width: 14.00cm , Height: 2.60cm , Length: 21.60cm Weight: 0.576kg ISBN: 9781782821274ISBN 10: 1782821279 Pages: 456 Publication Date: 14 July 2013 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |