On August 5; 1864; the Civil War arrived at Mobile's doorstep. The Union navy blockaded Mobile Bay and the city for eight months. Confederate general Dabney Maury fought to protect the city and its citizens who refused to leave; such as Octavia LeVert and Augusta Evans. Union admiral Farragut and General Canby slowly starved the city; knowing that the fall of Mobile could end the war. Author Paula Webb details the experiences of the ordeal and the defeat of a Confederate city that echoed through the entire country.
#3781358 in Books 2014-01-30 2014-01-30Format: Large PrintOriginal language:EnglishPDF # 1 10.00 x .87 x 7.75l; 1.57 #File Name: 1459672755384 pages
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. A Great ReadBy luke trollopeThis is an excellent book; My thanks to the author for providing so much information in such a clear interesting way. This book provides an overview of maritime history as well as dealing with the Silk Road and of course spices! So much information that is hard to come by in such a clear interesting format.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I read it before sailing to Banda. This book ...By Peter HuntI read it before sailing to Banda. This book brought together elements of history which revolve around the spice trade. It also made my trip to the area so much more interesting. Well researched and written.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Spice IslandsBy JanGreat book! Lots of information on the spice islands how it became so important to the spice's trade all over the world. My husband I would highly recommend reading Spice Islands. Enjoy!
