Seven Months A Prisoner (1898)

Seven Months A Prisoner is a book written by John Vestal Hadley and published in 1898. The book is a personal account of the author's experience as a prisoner during the American Civil War. Hadley was a Union soldier who was captured by the Confederate Army and held captive for seven months. The book is divided into chapters, each detailing a different aspect of Hadley's imprisonment. He describes the conditions of the prison camp, the treatment of the prisoners, and the daily struggles of survival. Hadley also reflects on his own personal journey and the mental and emotional toll of being a prisoner of war. Throughout the book, Hadley provides vivid descriptions of his surroundings and the people he encountered. He also includes anecdotes about his fellow prisoners and their attempts to escape or cope with their captivity. Seven Months A Prisoner offers a unique perspective on the Civil War and the experiences of those who were held captive during the conflict. Hadley's personal account provides insight into the physical and emotional challenges faced by prisoners of war, as well as the resilience and determination required to survive in such difficult circumstances.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.