Gleanings From Southland

Gleanings From Southland

Kate Cumming

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Historia de América
ISBN:
9781436859240
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Gleanings From Southland is a book written by Kate Cumming in 1895. It is a collection of sketches that provide insights into the life and manners of the people of the South before, during, and after the War of Secession. The book offers a unique perspective on the social and cultural aspects of the South during this time period. The author, Kate Cumming, was a nurse who served in the Confederate army during the war. Her experiences and observations are reflected in the sketches presented in the book. The sketches cover a wide range of topics, including the plantation life, the role of women, the impact of the war on the economy and society, and the experiences of soldiers and civilians during the conflict. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in Southern history and provides a glimpse into the lives of people during one of the most turbulent periods in American history.With Extracts From The Author�������s Journal And An Epitome Of The New South.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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