Product Description
by Kate Mason Rowland (Editor), Agnes E. Croxall (Editor)
The Journal of Julia LeGrand: New Orleans, 1862-1863 is a historical non-fiction book written by Kate Mason Rowland and published in 1911. The book is based on the diary of Julia LeGrand, a young woman living in New Orleans during the American Civil War. Julia's journal provides a unique perspective on the war and its impact on the people of New Orleans, particularly the women.The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of Julia's life, starting with her childhood and ending with her marriage. The majority of the book, however, focuses on the year 1862-1863, when New Orleans was under Union occupation. Julia writes about the challenges and hardships faced by the people of New Orleans during this time, including shortages of food and supplies, the presence of Union soldiers, and the fear of violence and unrest.Throughout the book, Julia also writes about her personal life, including her relationships with family and friends, her love of music and literature, and her experiences with courtship and marriage. Her journal entries provide a vivid and intimate portrait of life in New Orleans during one of the most tumultuous periods in American history.Overall, The Journal of Julia LeGrand: New Orleans, 1862-1863 is a fascinating and insightful look into the lives of ordinary people during the Civil War. It offers a unique perspective on the war and its impact on the people of New Orleans, as well as a glimpse into the personal life of a young woman living during this time.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.
