Notes of hospital life from November, 1861, to August, 1863 by Anonymous
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"Notes of Hospital Life from November, 1861, to August, 1863" by Anonymous is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The text serves as a personal journal, chronicling the experiences and observations of a person providing care and support in a hospital during the American Civil War. It explores the themes of compassion, suffering, and the daily realities faced by both patients and caregivers, while offering a reflection on the human
condition amidst the backdrop of war. At the start of the narrative, the author introduces the setting of a hospital in Philadelphia, emphasizing the contrasting emotions and challenges faced by both the sick soldiers and the dedicated staff. The author reflects on the difficult tasks of providing comfort to wounded men and addressing their needs, all while grappling with the emotional weight of the situation. The early passages describe encounters with patients, their struggles, and their connections to home, providing insight into the evolving relationship between caregivers and those they serve. Through these notes, the author captures the poignant moments of humanity that flourish even in the darkest times of suffering and conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Anonymous |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Potter, Alonzo, 1800-1865 |
| LoC No. | 02018779 |
| Title | Notes of hospital life from November, 1861, to August, 1863 |
| Credits |
Produced by MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Hospitals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 54171 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-54171-6 |
| Release Date | Feb 15, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 655 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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