My Cave Life in Vicksburg, with Letters of Trial and Travel by Loughborough

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Author Loughborough, Mary Ann Webster, 1836-1887
LoC No. 02017882
Title My Cave Life in Vicksburg, with Letters of Trial and Travel
Note Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "My Cave Life in Vicksburg, with Letters of Trial and Travel" by Loughborough is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The narrative revolves around the author's firsthand experiences during the siege of Vicksburg in the American Civil War, depicting the harsh realities faced by civilians in a war-torn city. Through vivid descriptions of bombings and the daily lives of those sheltered in caves, the work explores the impact of war on human emotions and the resilience of the human spirit. The opening of the memoir sets the stage for the tumultuous experiences that lie ahead. The author recounts the initial journey to Vicksburg, filled with hope and anticipation, which quickly dissipates as the horrors of civil warfare commence. Description of the serene beauty of the landscape contrasts starkly with the violent eruptions of cannon fire, leaving the narrator and her companions in a constant state of anxiety and fear. As they take refuge in caves to escape the falling shells, the narrative captures the tension and displacement experienced by the people, highlighting the intersection of domestic life and the chaos of war. This poignant juxtaposition of tranquility and turmoil propels the reader into a gripping account of survival amidst destruction. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865)
Subject United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives, Confederate
Subject Loughborough, Mary Ann Webster, 1836-1887
Subject Vicksburg (Miss.) -- History -- Siege, 1863 -- Personal narratives
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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