Search - The Widow of the South

A Woman living in Tennessee has her house taken over by confederate soldiers for a hospital.She becomes very fond of one of the soldiers whom has lost his leg and requires much care.She has already lost three children. How much more suffering can she bare? She finds new found strength in caring for the many casualties of the civil war and seeing that they get a proper burial. This story in many respects is true regarding the place,the widow and the civil war battle. This is a great piece of history.

I consider this the best historical book I have ever read. And it gave me a whole new outlook on the civil war. It is also a fabulous book for genealogists, which is how I got interested in it. F.Wilson (FeeGee)

I loved this book. I found that having visited the site in Franklin TN had its advantages as I read this book and knew where the action took place. I doubt that this book is faithful to the woman but it is faithful to the battle which is woefully neglected in history classes. You will enjoy this book and I recommend any other books you find about this infamous battle.

thoroughly enjoyed this "based on fact" book. Love the time period and the authentic details included.

I read the book right after visiting Carnton and visiting the cemetery (yes, there are still blood stains on the floor). Each chapter is from someones point of view and I found some chapters difficult to read because you know that person is going to die. I even cried a few times. Even though it is fiction, it seems very real and has a lot of facts. Overall, one of the best books I have ever read. Definitely on my keeper shelf.