Army Life in a Black Regiment - Civil War Memoir
Enriched edition.By Thomas Wentworth Higginson
Length10h 10m
About this audiobook
In 'Army Life in a Black Regiment,' Thomas Wentworth Higginson provides a compelling firsthand account of his experiences serving as a white officer in the Union Army during the Civil War. Higginson skillfully captures the challenges and triumphs of leading the first regiment of African American soldiers in the history of the United States military. His writing style is both engaging and informative, offering vivid descriptions of the training, battles, and relationships forged in the crucible of war. The book provides valuable insights into the role and treatment of African American soldiers during a turbulent period in American history. Higginson's memoir stands out for its focus on the humanity and bravery of the black soldiers under his command, challenging prevailing narratives of the time. With meticulous attention to detail and heartfelt reflections, Higginson sheds light on a lesser-known aspect of the Civil War. Readers interested in military history, civil rights, and personal narratives will find 'Army Life in a Black Regiment' a captivating and illuminating read.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
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GenreHistory
Length10 hrs 10 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 18, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Black Rebellion: The History of Slave Revolts
2The Story of a Common Soldier of Army Life in the Civil War
3Memoirs of a Veteran: Personal Incidents, Experiences and Observations of Civil War
4The History of the Confederate War
5Three Years in the Federal Cavalry (Civil War Memoir)
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6Introduction
7Synopsis
8Historical Context
9Army Life in a Black Regiment - Civil War Memoir
10Chapter 1. Introductory
11Chapter 2. Camp Diary
12Chapter 3. Up the St. Mary's
13Chapter 4. Up the St. John's
14Chapter 5. Out on Picket
15Chapter 6. A Night in the Water
16Chapter 7. Up the Edisto
17Chapter 8. The Baby of the Regiment
18Chapter 9. Negro Spirituals
19Chapter 10 Life at Camp Shaw
20Chapter 11. Florida Again?
21Chapter 12. The Negro as a Soldier
22Chapter 13. Conclusion
23Analysis
24Reflection
25Memorable Quotes
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