Observations In The North: Eight Months In Prison And On Parole (1865) is a historical non-fiction book written by Edward Alfred Pollard. The book is a personal account of Pollard's experiences during the American Civil War, specifically his time spent in prison and on parole in the North. Pollard was a Confederate journalist and author who was imprisoned by the Union army for his involvement in the war effort. The book is divided into two parts. The first part describes Pollard's time in prison, including his arrest, imprisonment, and interactions with other prisoners. He provides a detailed account of the conditions in the prison, including the lack of food, medical care, and sanitation. He also discusses the psychological effects of imprisonment and the ways in which he and other prisoners coped with their situation.The second part of the book describes Pollard's experiences on parole, which he was granted after eight months in prison. He discusses the restrictions placed on him as a parolee, including his inability to leave the city where he was stationed and his requirement to report to Union authorities regularly. He also provides insight into the attitudes of Northerners towards Confederates during this time.Throughout the book, Pollard provides a unique perspective on the Civil War and its impact on individuals on both sides of the conflict. He offers a firsthand account of the conditions of prisons during the war, as well as the psychological toll of imprisonment. He also provides insight into the attitudes and beliefs of Confederates during this time. Overall, Observations In The North: Eight Months In Prison And On Parole (1865) is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a little-known aspect of the Civil War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some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.
