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Robert Hicks
The Widow of the South
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"The Widow of the South" by Robert Hicks is a historical novel that tells the story of Carrie McGavock, a widow who lives on a farm in Tennessee during the American Civil War. The farm becomes a field hospital for Confederate soldiers, and Carrie takes it upon herself to care for the wounded and bury the dead. The novel is based on the true story of Carrie McGavock and the hundreds of soldiers who are buried on her farm, which has been turned into a Confederate cemetery. Hicks uses historical records and letters to bring the characters and events to life, creating a vivid and moving portrait of the Civil War era. The novel explores themes of love, loss, and loyalty as Carrie grapples with the devastation of the war and the sacrifices she has made. Through her eyes, readers see the brutal reality of the conflict and the human cost of war. At the same time, the novel celebrates the strength and resilience of the human spirit, as Carrie and those around her find ways to cope with their grief and carry on. "The Widow of the South" is a beautifully written and meticulously researched novel that will appeal to fans of historical fiction. It is a powerful and moving story that brings the past to life and sheds light on a little-known aspect of the Civil War. Whether you are a history buff or simply looking for a compelling story, "The Widow of the South" is a novel that is not to be missed...
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If you enjoyed the historical detail in 'The Widow of the South', you'll appreciate 'The Killer Angels', which won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1975. The novel tells the story of the Battle of Gettysburg from the perspectives of several key military leaders on both sides, including Robert E. Lee and Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain. The book provides a fascinating look at the personalities and strategies that shaped one of the most important battles of the Civil War.
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