Prison Life In The Tobacco Warehouse At Richmond (1862)

Prison Life In The Tobacco Warehouse At Richmond (1862) is a non-fiction book written by William Charles Harris. The book is a first-hand account of the author's experience as a prisoner of war during the American Civil War. Harris was a Union soldier who was captured by the Confederates and imprisoned in a tobacco warehouse in Richmond, Virginia. The book describes the conditions of the prison, the treatment of the prisoners, and the daily struggles they faced. Harris provides a vivid and detailed account of the harsh realities of prison life, including the lack of food and medical care, the overcrowded conditions, and the constant threat of disease and death. The book also includes sketches and illustrations that help to bring the story to life. Overall, Prison Life In The Tobacco Warehouse At Richmond provides a unique and valuable perspective on the Civil War and the experiences of prisoners of war during this tumultuous period in American history.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.