Description
In the tumultuous landscape of the Civil War, Carrie McGavock finds her world irrevocably altered by the brutal realities of the Battle of Franklin. As the conflict rages, she opens her home, Carnton, to the wounded and dying, transforming it into a makeshift hospital and a sanctuary of compassion amidst the chaos. Amidst the profound loss and the weight of her new responsibilities, Carrie discovers an unexpected connection with a wounded Confederate soldier, a bond that blossoms into love against the backdrop of war. This powerful narrative explores themes of sacrifice, resilience, and the enduring strength of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable devastation, all set against the meticulously researched historical backdrop of a nation torn apart.
Available Editions
paperback
Warner Books
Published Jan 1, 2006
436 pages
ISBN: 9780446697439
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Details
First Published
2006
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Widow of the South by Robert Hicks.