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Five Years in Texas / Or, What you did not hear during the war from January 1861 to January 1866. A narrative of his travels, experiences, and observation

By Thomas North
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The author recounts five years of travel and residence in Texas and Mexico during the Civil War era, opening with a personal eulogy and moving through vivid sketches of port towns, climate, and social types. He frames debates over secession and describes military presences, captures, and retakings alongside episodes of lawlessness, dueling culture, and the strains of conscription. Journeys into Mexico and dealings with local authorities alternate with accounts of narrow escapes, family hardship, and floods. Throughout are reflections on religion, manners, and morality that illuminate everyday life amid political and military upheaval.

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Thomas North

Thomas North was an American author known for his narrative work, "Five Years in Texas / Or, What you did not hear during the war from January 1861 to January 1866." This book chronicles his personal experiences and observations during the tumultuous years of the American Civil War, providing a unique perspective on life in Texas during that period. North's writing reflects his travels and the social dynamics of the time, offering readers a glimpse into the challenges and realities faced by those living in a war-torn region.

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