| Author |
McElroy, John, 1846-1929 |
| Title |
Andersonville: A Story of Rebel Military Prisons — Volume 4
|
| Note |
Reading ease score: 63.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
|
| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
|
| Summary |
"Andersonville: A Story of Rebel Military Prisons — Volume 4" by John McElroy is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative recounts the grim experiences of Union soldiers in Confederate prisons during the American Civil War, particularly focusing on the character Leroy L. Key, a sergeant who endures harrowing trials as a prisoner of war. Throughout the text, Key's journey illustrates the harsh realities of captivity while highlighting themes of survival, courage, and the quest for freedom against oppressive circumstances. The opening of the book introduces readers to Sergeant Leroy L. Key, who shares his recollections of the bleak existence within the labyrinthine confines of the infamous Andersonville prison. Following the execution of six fellow prisoners, Key recounts his decision to seek a parole to protect himself and his comrades from retaliation. The narrative outlines his perilous attempts to escape from Andersonville, describing the harrowing evasion of guards and bloodhounds, his brief respite from hunger through stolen provisions, and his recurring encounters with both sympathetic and hostile individuals. As he navigates the treacherous realities of confinement and the dangers of recapture, the reader is drawn into the stark contrasts of his experiences—from desperate plights for survival to fleeting moments of hope amid hopelessness. This opening portion sets the stage for an intense exploration of resilience during a tumultuous chapter in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
|
| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865)
|
| Subject |
Andersonville Prison
|
| Subject |
Confederate States of America. Army -- Prisons
|
| Subject |
Military prisons
|
| Subject |
United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Prisoners and prisons
|
| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
4260 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
87 downloads in the last 30 days. |
|
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!
|
