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At Gettysburg - What a Girl Saw and Heard of the Battle
Enriched edition. A True NarrativeBy Tillie Pierce Alleman
Length1h 52m
About this audiobook
In "At Gettysburg - What a Girl Saw and Heard of the Battle," Tillie Pierce Alleman provides a vivid and personal account of one of the Civil War's most pivotal battles. Written in an engaging narrative style, the book is both a memoir and a historical document, detailing the chaos and horror experienced by civilians in Gettysburg during the summer of 1863. With keen observations and emotionally charged prose, Alleman captures the tumult of war through the innocent eyes of a young girl, deftly juxtaposing her youthful wonder with the stark realities of life and death that enveloped her town. Her account not only illuminates individual experiences but also enriches the broader context of American history, reflecting the societal upheavals of the time. Tillie Pierce Alleman, a native of Gettysburg, was a mere fifteen years old when the battle unfolded in her hometown. Her perspective as a young girl thrust into such a monumental event offers a unique lens through which to understand the human costs of war. Driven by her own experiences, her writings serve as both a personal testament and a means of preserving the collective memory of her community while also confronting the broader implications of conflict and resilience. This book is an indispensable read for anyone interested in Civil War history, women's narratives, or the impact of warfare on civilian life. By offering a blend of innocence and insight, Alleman invites readers to engage with history in an intimate way, making it an essential addition to both academic and personal libraries.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- 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
GenreHistory
Length1 hr 52 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 26, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
7CHAPTER V. DURING THE THIRD DAY OF THE BATTLE.
2PREFACE.
8CHAPTER VI. AFTER THE BATTLE.
3CHAPTER I. INTRODUCTION.
9CHAPTER VII. HOME.
4CHAPTER II. INCIDENTS PRECEDING THE BATTLE.
10CHAPTER VIII. CONCLUSION.
5CHAPTER III. DURING THE FIRST DAY OF THE BATTLE.
11Memorable Quotes
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6CHAPTER IV. DURING THE SECOND DAY OF THE BATTLE
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