Jenny Wade Of Gettysburg (1864) - Mary Henderson Eastman - Bog

Jenny Wade of Gettysburg is a historical novel written by Mary Henderson Eastman, first published in 1864. The book is based on the true story of a young woman named Mary Virginia Wade, who was killed during the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863. The novel tells the story of Jenny, a young woman who lives in Gettysburg with her mother and siblings. When the Civil War breaks out, the town is caught in the middle of the conflict, and Jenny finds herself nursing wounded soldiers from both the Union and Confederate armies. As the battle rages on, Jenny becomes increasingly involved in the war effort, risking her own life to help those in need. She meets and falls in love with a Union soldier named Jack Skelly, but their romance is cut short when Jenny is killed by a stray bullet while baking bread for Union soldiers. The book is a moving tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of ordinary people caught up in the chaos of war. It offers a vivid portrayal of life during the Civil War and the impact of the conflict on the people of Gettysburg. Jenny Wade of Gettysburg is a classic work of historical fiction that has been read and loved by generations of readers. It is a powerful and emotional story that will stay with you long after you finish reading.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.