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The Wound Dresser: A Series of Letters Written From the Hospitals in Washington During the War of the Rebellion (Cram Edition)

The Wound Dresser: A Series of Letters Written From the Hospitals in Washington During the War of the Rebellion (Cram Edition)

Whitman, Walt, Former Owner
Bucke, Richard Maurice

Paperback

Military BiographiesCivil War Period (1850-1877)General Poetry

ISBN10: 1026126347
ISBN13: 9781026126349
Publisher: Xpresspress
Published: May 14 2026
Pages: 178
Weight: 0.57
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

This XpressRead Cram Edition of The Wound Dresser pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.

The Wound Dresser: A Series of Letters Written from the Hospitals in Washington during the War of the Rebellion offers a powerful and intimate glimpse into the heart of the American Civil War. Through the poignant correspondence of Walt Whitman, readers are transported to the bustling hospitals of Washington D.C., where the wounded from both sides sought care.

More than just war poetry, this collection of letters reveals the day-to-day realities of the conflict. Whitman's experiences attending to the injured and his observations of the human spirit in times of immense suffering form the core of this historically significant work. Included is moving correspondence addressed to mothers, these letters illuminate the personal toll of the war beyond the battlefield, capturing the emotional landscape of 19th-century America. A vital document for anyone interested in American history, the Civil War period, and the enduring power of compassion amidst devastation.

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