Everyday Life During The Civil War (Writer's Guide To Everyday Life Series)

Varhola, Michael J.

ISBN 10: 0898799228 / ISBN 13: 9780898799224

Published by Writers Digest Books, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1999

About this Item

The One Is Present In The Number Line. Includes Bibliographical References And Index. Red Illustrated Wraps With White Lettering On The Spine.

Seller Inventory # 051239

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Everyday Life During The Civil War (Writer's Guide To Everyday Life Series)
• Publisher: Writers Digest Books, Cincinnati, Ohio
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0898799228
• ISBN 13: 9780898799224
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Printing: 1st Printing
• Condition: Fine
• Seller catalogs:
  • Sociology / Social Science
  • Civil War
  • Military

About this title

Synopsis

Illuminates sweeping events and standard practices that shaped the Civil War era. Outlines social and economic realities of daily life in the North and South, and looks at military life in the army and navy, from rankings and regiments to duties and dress. Sheds lights on dialects, diction, and slang, and describes Civil War weaponry, recreation, clothing, and food. Includes timelines and b&w historical photos and illustrations. Varhola is senior editor of Living History and Renaissance magazine. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

About the Author

Michael J. Varhola is the founder of Living History magazine and the webmaster for a number of websites, including Living History Online, Skirmisher Online Gaming Magazine, and KoreanWar.net. Other books he has written or contributed to include The Writer's Complete Fantasy Reference and 1950 Facts About the Korean War. As a journalist, he writes news and feature articles on many subjects, especially those involving world cultures, military history, and the Middle East, and has served as senior editor for a Middle East newswire, based in Washington, D.C. A U.S. Army veteran, Varhola served with the 1st Infantry Division (Forward) in Stuttgart, Germany, during the Cold War, and in the 3rd Armored Division during Desert Storm.