Publisher's Synopsis
A Diary From Dixie is a historical book that offers a unique perspective on the American Civil War. The diary was written by Mary Boykin Chesnut, the wife of James Chesnut Jr., a United States Senator from South Carolina. The diary covers the years 1859-1861 and provides an intimate look into the lives of the upper class in the southern United States during this time period. Mary Boykin Chesnut was an educated and intelligent woman who was well-connected in the political and social circles of the South. Her diary entries offer a firsthand account of the events leading up to the Civil War, including the secession of South Carolina and the formation of the Confederacy. She writes about the debates and discussions that took place among the leaders of the South, as well as her own personal thoughts and feelings about the war and its impact on her life.Throughout the diary, Chesnut also provides insight into the daily life of the wealthy in the South, including their social events, relationships with slaves, and attitudes towards politics and society. She writes about her own experiences as a wife and mother, as well as her observations of the people around her.First published in 1906, A Diary From Dixie has become a valuable historical document that offers a unique perspective on the Civil War era. It provides readers with an intimate look into the lives of the people who lived through this tumultuous time in American history.And Afterward An Aide To Jefferson Davis And A Brigadier-General In The Confederate Army.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.
