Private Chapter by Geo Bailey (6 results)
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Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.PBShop.store US
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- Hardcover
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United KingdomForgotten Books
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This extraordinary memoir unveils a private chapter from the American Civil War, recounting the perilous escape of a captive Union soldier, Lieutenant Bailey. After being held prisoner in Atlanta, Lieutenant Bailey buried himself in a shallow grave to avoid detection by Confederate sol…diers. When the prisoners were marched away, he heroically emerged from his earthen prison and embarked on a thrilling journey through enemy territory. Lieutenant Bailey's narrative not only provides an insider's perspective on military experiences, but also explores the complex human dynamics of the Civil War. The book delves into themes of courage, resilience, and the search for freedom. It offers insights into the lives of both Union and Confederate soldiers, as well as the civilians who found themselves caught in the crossfire of the conflict. Beyond its gripping personal narrative, the book also sheds light on the broader historical context of the Civil War. It examines the political and social tensions that led to the conflict, and explores the impact of the war on the nation as a whole. Through Lieutenant Bailey's eyes, readers gain a deeper understanding of the sacrifices made and the challenges faced by both sides in this tumultuous period of American history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
Published by G. I. Jones and Company, St. Louis, 1880
- Hardcover
- First Edition
- Signed
Seller: Parker's Rare Books, Ontario, WI, U.S.A.Parker's Rare Books
Contact seller4-star sellerHardback. Blue cloth, gilt lettering on front cover and spine, decorative gilt stamped front cover, 12mo, vii, 271 pp. Frontis portrait of the author and three full page plates in text. Signed and inscribed by the author "To N. W. Taylor Esq. with the compliments of the author. Geo. W. Bailey, St. L Feb. 1893." Bailey, of the 6t…h Missouri infantry, was a First Lieut. and ADC in the 2nd Division, 15th Army Corp. He was captured by Confederates near Atlanta. This is an account of his escape and return to Union lines. Dedicated to Mrs. Carrie E. Hambrick, a southern woman who assisted in his escape. Important description of the rural south during the Civil War. Very minor foxing, otherwise a clean copy, binding tight. Covers show minor edge wear, some fraying top of spine. Book condition VG. Binding: HB. Edition: First Edition.
