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North & South (Civil War Boxed Set)
Charles King, María Ruiz de Burton, Edward Robins, ...
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Beschreibung
The 'North & South (Civil War Boxed Set)' stands as a monumental anthology, encapsulating the myriad voices and literary styles that animate the American Civil War's complex historical narrative. With an ambitious scope that captures the variegated textures of wartime tales, the collection ranges from the high seas adventures of Jules Verne to the nuanced social commentaries of Mark Twain, weaving together a tapestry of historical fiction, memoirs, and journalistic accounts. This anthology, through its inclusion of diverse literary forms—be it the haunted landscapes in Ambrose Bierce's stories or the sincere reflections on human resilience by Edward Everett Hale—offers a panoramic view of a nation in turmoil, reminding readers of the multifaceted human experiences behind historical events. The assembled authors, from the likes of George Washington Cable to Ellen Glasgow, bring an astonishing breadth of perspectives to the anthology. Their collective backgrounds—spanning journalism, novel writing, historical documentation, and military service—mirror the multifarious cultural, geographical, and social layers of the Civil War era. By aligning works of figures involved in different aspects of the conflict—from the battlefront to the home front—this compilation not only traverses geographical divides but also crosses into the changing literary movements of the time, offering a comprehensive insight into the shifting consciousness and varied experiences of the era. 'Readers will find 'North & South (Civil War Boxed Set)' an invaluable resource and a compelling invitation to explore the American Civil War's broad spectrum of narratives. This anthology does not merely recount historical events; it invites a deeper engagement with the period by presenting a chorus of voices that echo the complexities, the contradictions, and the human spirit of the time. For scholars, students, and enthusiasts of American literature and history, this collection offers a unique opportunity to engage with the Civil War in a manner that is both intellectually enriching and profoundly human, initiating a dialogue with the past that illuminates the present's ongoing quest for understanding.
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