Walls That Talk: A Transcript of the Names, Initials and Sentiments Written and Graven on the Walls, Doors and Windows of the Libby Pri: A Transcript ... the Prisoners of 1861-'65 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Excerpt from Walls That Talk: A Transcript of the Names, Initials and Sentiments Written and Graven on the Walls, Doors and Windows of the Libby Prison at Richmond, by the Prisoners of 1861-'65
The corner tenement is now owned by the Southern Fertilizing Company, and the other two by Mrs. George S. Palmer, a daughter of Mr. Enders who built the block.
The building was converted into a prison in 1861, and was used as such until the end of the war.
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Walls That Talk (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a unique glimpse into the harsh realities of prison life during the American Civil War. It focuses on Libby Prison, a notorious Confederate facility in Richmond, Virginia, where thousands of Union soldiers were held captive. The author compiles a chilling list of names, initials, and sentiments etched into the prison's walls by the prisoners themselves. These inscriptions serve as poignant testaments to the suffering endured within the prison's walls. Through these poignant inscriptions, the book reveals the depths of human resilience and the enduring power of hope in the face of adversity. The author also delves into the grim realities of prison life, including overcrowding, inadequate sanitation, and the constant threat of death. However, the book also touches on instances of compassion and humanity, highlighting the efforts of the Richmond citizenry who served as guards and the relatively humane treatment of prisoners by the Confederate authorities. This collection of inscriptions provides a powerful and moving chronicle of the human cost of war, offering a raw and intimate perspective on a period of immense historical significance. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332839223_0
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