My Cave Life In Vicksburg

My Cave Life In Vicksburg: With Letters Of Trial And Travel is a memoir written by Mary Ann Loughborough in 1864. The book recounts Loughborough's experiences during the American Civil War as a resident of Vicksburg, Mississippi, which was under siege by Union forces for over a month. Loughborough and her family were forced to take shelter in a cave to escape the constant bombardment of the city. The book includes a collection of letters written by Loughborough to her family and friends during her time in the cave. These letters provide a firsthand account of the hardships and struggles that the people of Vicksburg faced during the siege. Loughborough also describes her travels through the South after the war ended, providing insight into the devastation and destruction that the conflict had wrought on the region.Overall, My Cave Life In Vicksburg offers a unique perspective on the Civil War and its impact on the lives of ordinary citizens. It provides a vivid and personal account of the challenges and triumphs of survival during a time of great turmoil and upheaval 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.