Mary Chesnut's Civil War by Mary Boykin Chesnut
A Diary from Dixie
"Mary Chesnut's Civil War" is a personal diary documenting the experiences of a prominent Southern woman during the American Civil War. The author provides a vivid account of the social, political, and personal upheavals of the era, revealing the harsh realities of slavery, the fear and uncertainty of war, and the complex dynamics of Southern society. Her unique perspective and keen observations offer a valuable historical record of this tumultuous time in American history.
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- Published
- 1981
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 886
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 12th on The Best Southern Nonfiction of All Time (Oxford American)
- 75 Books by Women Whose Words Have Changed the World (Women's National Book Association)
- Pulitzer Prize for History (Pulitzer Prize)