Publisher's Synopsis
What I Saw In Dixie: Or Sixteen Months In Rebel Prisons is a book written by Samuel Hawkins Marshall Byers and published in 1868. The book is a personal account of Byers' experiences during the American Civil War, specifically his time as a prisoner of war in Confederate prisons. Byers was a soldier in the Union Army and was captured by Confederate forces in 1864. He spent sixteen months in various prisons, including the infamous Andersonville prison in Georgia. The book describes the harsh conditions and brutality that Byers and his fellow prisoners endured during their captivity. In addition to his experiences as a prisoner, Byers also provides insight into the social and political climate of the South during the Civil War. He discusses the attitudes and beliefs of Confederate soldiers and civilians, as well as the impact of the war on Southern society. What I Saw In Dixie is a firsthand account of one man's experiences during a tumultuous period in American history. It offers a unique perspective on the Civil War and provides valuable insight into the experiences of prisoners of war.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.
