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Southern Soldier Stories
Journey through the Southern Soldier's Heart: War Stories of Confederate Heroes and the Human Emotions in the American Civil WarBy George Cary Eggleston
Length5h 47m
About this audiobook
In "Southern Soldier Stories," George Cary Eggleston employs a rich narrative style that captures the complexities of the Southern experience during the American Civil War. The book weaves together a tapestry of personal accounts and fictionalized anecdotes, reflecting the valor, struggles, and humanity of the soldiers from the Confederacy. Eggleston'Äôs intricate prose offers readers a nuanced understanding of the sociopolitical landscape of the South, grounding his stories in the emotional weight of loyalty, sacrifice, and the harsh realities of war. The literary context of this work is deeply entrenched in 19th-century American literature, drawing upon regionalism and realism to present an authentic Southern voice amidst a tumultuous historical backdrop. George Cary Eggleston, born in 1839 in Virginia, was not just a renowned author but also a soldier who experienced the Civil War firsthand. His background in journalism and his fervent belief in preserving Southern heritage are evident in his storytelling. Eggleston'Äôs experiences shaped his perception of the Southern soldier'Äôs plight, compelling him to document their heroism and struggles through compelling narratives that emphasize humanity over conflict. "Southern Soldier Stories" is a profound exploration of Southern identity and memory, making it essential reading for those interested in Civil War history, Southern literature, or the broader implications of war. Eggleston'Äôs masterful storytelling and vivid characterizations invite readers to immerse themselves in a period marked by devotion and heartache, ensuring that the soldier's voices resonate long after the final page.
Audiobook details
GenreAction and Adventure, Historical Fiction
Length5 hrs 47 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 21, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1ILLUSTRATIONS
26BILLY GOODWIN
2HOW BATTLES ARE FOUGHT A PREFATORY EXPLANATION FOR THE BENEFIT OF THOSE WHO KNOW NOTHING ABOUT THE MATTER
27MANASSAS
3JOE
28MY LAST NIGHT ON PICKET
4AROUND THE CAMP-FIRE
29GRIFFITH’S CONTINUED STORY
5AN UNFINISHED FIGHT
30A CHEERFUL SUPPER OF CHEERS
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6A FAMILY THAT HAD NO LUCK
31HOW THE TAR HEELS STUCK
7WILLIAM
32“LITTLE LAMKIN’S BATTERY”
8A CRADLE CAPTAIN
33CURRY
9WHO IS RUSSELL?
34GUN-BOATS
10“JUANITA”
35TWO MINUTES
11SCRUGGS
36SI TUCKER—COWARD AND HERO
12JOE ON HORSEBACK
37WAR AS A THERAPEUTIC AGENT
13A RATHER BAD NIGHT
38“NOTES ON COLD HARBOR”[1]
14THE WOMEN OF PETERSBURG
39A PLANTATION HEROINE
15HAM SEAY
40TWO INCIDENTS IN CONTRAST
16OLD JONES’S DASH
41INCIDENT NUMBER ONE
17A WOMAN’S HAIR
42INCIDENT NUMBER TWO
18A MIDNIGHT CRIME THE CRIMINAL’S OWN ACCOUNT OF IT
43HOW THE SERGEANT-MAJOR TOLD THE TRUTH
19A LITTLE REBEL
44TWO GENTLEMEN AT PETERSBURG
20TWENTY-ONE
45OLD JONES AND THE HUCKSTER
21A BEEF EPISODE
46A DEAD MAN’S MESSAGE
22BERNARD POLAND’S PROPHECY
47A WOMAN’S LAST WORD
23A BREACH OF ETIQUETTE
48AN INCOMPLETE STORY
24THE LADY OF THE GREEN BLIND
49RANDOM FACTS ILLUSTRATIVE OF SOUTHERN SOLDIER CONDITIONS
25YOUNGBLOOD’S LAST MORNING
50MY FRIEND PHIL[2]
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