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Geer, John James
1833
1867
Clark, Alexander
1834
1879
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Beyond the Lines; Or, A Yankee Prisoner Loose in Dixie
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"Beyond the Lines; Or, A Yankee Prisoner Loose in Dixie" by John James Geer is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The narrative details the experiences of Geer, a Union officer captured during the Civil War, as he recounts his struggles, sufferings, and eventual escape from Confederate captivity. The book offers a vivid insight into the realities faced by Union soldiers in the South, highlighting themes of bravery, survival, and the horrors of war. The opening of the narrative introduces us to Captain John J. Geer, who has recently left Camp Dennison with his regiment and is quickly thrust into battle at Shiloh, where he is captured. The tension of the battlefield is palpable as Geer describes witnessing the conflict and the suffering of civilians caught in the crossfire. Captured by rebel forces, he details the initial reactions of both the rebels, who are astonished to encounter a Union officer, and his own set of hardships as he faces threats from his captors. The early chapters set a dark tone, hinting at further trials ahead while establishing a framework for Geer's resilience and determination to escape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Prisoners and prisons
United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives
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Category: Biographies
Category: History - American
Category: History - Warfare
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