Myrta Lockett Avary

2 books

Myrta Lockett Avary was an American author known for her insightful writings on the Civil War and its aftermath. Her notable works include "A Virginia Girl in the Civil War, 1861-1865," which chronicles her experiences as the wife of a Confederate officer, providing a personal perspective on the conflict. In "Dixie After the War," she examines the social conditions in the South during the twelve years following the fall of Richmond, offering a critical look at the challenges faced by Southern society in the post-war era. Avary's writings contribute to the understanding of women's roles and experiences during and after the Civil War.

Books by This Author

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A Virginia Girl in the Civil War, 1861-1865 / being a record of the actual experiences of the wife of a Confederate officer cover

A Virginia Girl in the Civil War, 1861-1865 / being a record of the actual experiences of the wife of a Confederate officer Myrta Lockett Avary

Dixie After the War / An Exposition of Social Conditions Existing in the South, During the Twelve Years Succeeding the Fall of Richmond cover

Dixie After the War / An Exposition of Social Conditions Existing in the South, During the Twelve Years Succeeding the Fall of Richmond Myrta Lockett Avary