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Touched with fire?

two Philadelphia novelists remember the Civil War
Pages
30
Published
2002
Language
English

Synopsis

This book explores the intersection of American literature and the Civil War, focusing on how the conflict influenced the intellectual landscape and the works of authors like Anna E. Dickinson and S. Weir Mitchell. It examines the historical context of 19th-century American fiction and the lasting impact of the war on literary figures and their narratives.

About the author

J
J. Matthew Gallman

J. Matthew Gallman is a historian known for his work on American history. His book, Tour of Reconstruction, offers readers a clear look at the Reconstruction era.