Thomas Wallace Knox's 'Camp-Fire and Cotton-Field: Southern Adventure in Time of War' provides readers with a riveting account of his adventures in the Southern states during the American Civil War. Written in a vivid and engaging style, the book offers a first-hand perspective on the significant events and people of the time, immersing readers in the tumultuous atmosphere of the war-torn South. Knox's intricate details and descriptive narrative transport readers back to a crucial period in American history, capturing the essence of the era with precision and insight. His storytelling prowess shines through in every chapter, making this book a valuable addition to Civil War literature. Thomas Wallace Knox's personal experiences as a journalist and war correspondent undoubtedly influenced his decision to write this book. His unique perspective and adventurous spirit enabled him to witness historical events firsthand, giving him the authority to provide an authentic and compelling narrative. Through 'Camp-Fire and Cotton-Field,' Knox offers readers a rare glimpse into the heart of the Civil War, shedding light on the human experiences and struggles that defined the era. I recommend this book to anyone interested in American history, particularly the Civil War period. Knox's captivating storytelling and in-depth knowledge make this book a must-read for history enthusiasts and scholars alike.

Excerpt from Camp-Fire and Cotton-Field: Southern Adventure in Time of War, Life With the Union Armies, and Residence on a Louisiana Plantation The First Siege of Vicksburg.; From Memphis to Vicksburg. - Running the Batteries. - Our Inability to take Vicksburg by Assault. - Digging a Canal. - A Conversation with Resident Secessionists. - Their Arguments pro and con, and the Answers they Received. - A Curiosity of Legislation. - An Expedition up the Yazoo. - Destruction of the Rebel Fleet. - The Arkansas Running the Gauntlet. - A Spirited Encounter. - A Gallant Attempt. - Raising the Siege. - Fate of the Arkansas.; The March Through Arkansas. - The Siege Of Cincinnati.; General Curtis's Army reaching Helena. - Its Wanderings. - The Arkansas Navy. - Troops and their Supplies "miss Connection." - Rebel Reports. - Memphis in Midsummer. -"A Journey due North." - Chicago. - Bragg's Advance into Kentucky. - Kirby Smith in Front of Cincinnati. - The City under Martial Law. - The Squirrel Hunters. - War Correspondents in Comfortable Quarters. - Improvising an Army. - Raising the Siege. - Bragg's Retreat.; The Battle Of Corinth.; New Plans of the Rebels. - Their Design to Capture Corinth. - Advancing to the Attack. - Strong Defenses. - A Magnificent Charge. - Valor vs. Breast-Works. - The Repulse. - Retreat and Pursuit. - The National Arms Triumphant. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

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