The boys in white : The experience of a hospital agent in and around Washington (eBook)

Unsung Heroes of Wartime Healthcare: Stories from Civil War Hospital Agents

Julia S. Wheelock (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
151 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-633953553-4 (EAN)

Infos

In 'The Boys in White: The experience of a hospital agent in and around Washington,' Julia S. Wheelock offers a compelling firsthand account of the challenges faced by hospital agents during the Civil War. Through vivid descriptions and heartfelt narratives, Wheelock paints a poignant picture of the devastation and suffering that permeated the hospital wards in Washington. Her writing style is both evocative and informative, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the harsh realities of war and the critical role played by hospital agents. This book serves as a valuable historical document, shedding light on a lesser-known aspect of the Civil War and highlighting the heroism and compassion of those who cared for the wounded and dying. Julia S. Wheelock's meticulous research and personal experiences as a hospital agent lend authenticity and depth to her narrative, making 'The Boys in White' a must-read for history enthusiasts and scholars alike. This insightful and thought-provoking book offers a unique perspective on the Civil War and honors the unsung heroes who dedicated their lives to providing comfort and care in the midst of chaos.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 11.7.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► 20. Jahrhundert bis 1945
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 1861-1865 • American authors • Civil War • Civil War literature • healthcare narratives • historical nonfiction • History • hospital agents • Hospitals • literature of the past • medical storytelling • United States • wartime hospitals • Washington DC history • Washington experiences