Andersonville: The Story Of Man's Inhumanity To Man (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780548488690)

Andersonville: The Story Of Man�������s Inhumanity To Man is a non-fiction book written by James R. Compton. It is a detailed account of the infamous Andersonville prison, which was a Confederate prisoner-of-war camp during the American Civil War. The book explores the conditions and treatment of the Union soldiers who were held captive at Andersonville, and the atrocities committed against them by their Confederate captors.Compton presents a thorough historical analysis of the events leading up to the establishment of Andersonville, as well as the political and military context of the time. He also delves into the lives of the prisoners themselves, describing their daily struggles for survival in a harsh and unforgiving environment.The book is a powerful indictment of the cruelty and inhumanity that can arise in times of war, and it serves as a reminder of the importance of compassion and empathy in all human interactions. Compton's writing is clear and concise, and he does an excellent job of bringing the past to life with vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling.Overall, Andersonville: The Story Of Man�������s Inhumanity To Man is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American Civil War, as well as those interested in the broader themes of human rights and social justice. It is a sobering and thought-provoking book that will stay with readers long after they have finished it.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.

Author: James R. Compton
ISBN-10: 054848869X
ISBN-13: 9780548488690
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/12/2007
Pages: 104
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.36lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d