The Colonel’s Story (1911)

The Colonel’s Story (1911)

Sara Agnes Rice Pryor

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104485184
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The Colonel’s Story is a novel written by Sara Agnes Rice Pryor and first published in 1911. The story follows the life of Colonel John Singleton Mosby, a Confederate cavalry officer during the American Civil War. The book is based on real events and characters, and is told from the perspective of Colonel Mosby himself.The novel begins with Mosby’s childhood and follows his journey through the Civil War, where he becomes known for his daring raids and guerrilla tactics against Union soldiers. The story also delves into Mosby’s personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his relationships with other Confederate officers.Throughout the book, Pryor provides a detailed and vivid portrayal of life during the Civil War, including the political and social climate of the time. She also explores themes of loyalty, honor, and sacrifice, as Mosby and his fellow soldiers fight for what they believe in.Overall, The Colonel’s Story is a compelling and historically accurate account of one of the most famous Confederate officers of the Civil War. It provides a unique look into the mind of a man who played a significant role in shaping the course of American history.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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