Publisher's Synopsis
""Fast And Loose In Dixie"" is a first-hand account of the experiences of James Madison Drake during the American Civil War. The book details his time as a prisoner of war in three different Confederate prisons: Libby, Macon, and Charleston. Drake's narrative provides an unprejudiced perspective on the conditions and treatment of Union prisoners in the South. He describes the daily struggles of life in the prison camps, including the lack of food, poor living conditions, and the constant threat of disease and death. Drake also shares his interactions with fellow prisoners and Confederate soldiers, providing insight into the social dynamics of the time. Overall, ""Fast And Loose In Dixie"" is a compelling and informative read that offers a unique perspective on the Civil War and its impact on those who lived through it.With An Account Of A Desperate Leap From A Moving Train Of Cars, A Weary Tramp Of Forty-Five Days Through Swamps And Mountains, Places And People Visited, Etc.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.
