Publisher's Synopsis
A Diary From Dixie is a memoir written by Mary Boykin Chestnut, a wealthy plantation owner's wife in South Carolina during the American Civil War. The book is a collection of her diary entries from 1861 to 1865, providing a firsthand account of the events and emotions experienced by Southerners during the war. Chestnut's writing captures the political and social climate of the time, as well as the personal struggles and tragedies faced by individuals on both sides of the conflict. Her diary entries offer insights into the lives of Southern women, the challenges of keeping a household running during wartime, and the impact of the war on families and communities. A Diary From Dixie is a valuable historical document, providing readers with an intimate glimpse into the lives of those who lived through one of the most tumultuous periods in American history.This scarce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.
