The Wound Dresser
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"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...
"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. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
