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In and Out of Rebel Prisons

By A. Cooper
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The narrator, a Union officer held in several Confederate prison camps, gives a chronological account of captivity, separation from enlisted men, daily routines, food distribution, shelter and sanitary conditions, and encounters with camp authorities. He records religious services, visits from sympathetic civilians, episodes of violence among guards and prisoners, an escape with a companion and a lengthy overland journey, and the physical and moral hardships observed. The memoir balances candid criticism of camp brutality with personal resilience and practical details drawn from a contemporaneous diary.

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A. Cooper

A. Cooper was an author known for his contributions to literature on distillation and prison experiences during the Civil War. His notable works include "In and Out of Rebel Prisons," which recounts his personal experiences in Confederate prisons, providing a vivid perspective on the hardships faced by Union soldiers. Additionally, he authored "The Complete Distiller," a comprehensive guide that details the processes of distillation, fermentation, and the production of various spirits and cordials. Cooper's writings reflect a blend of practical knowledge and personal narrative, making significant contributions to both culinary literature and historical accounts of the Civil War era.

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The Complete Distiller / Containing, I. The method of performing the various processes of distillation, with descriptions of the several instruments: the whole doctrine of fermentation: the manner of drawing spirits from malt, raisins, molasses, sugar, &c. and of rectifying them: with instructions for imitating, to the greatest perfection, both the colour and flavour of French brandies. II. The manner of distilling all kinds of simple waters from plants, flowers, &c. III. The method of making all the compound waters and rich cordials so largely imported from France and Italy; as likewise all those now made in Great Britain. To which are added, accurate descriptions of the several drugs, plants, flowers, fruits, &c. used by distillers, and instructions for chusing the best of each kind... cover The Complete Distiller / Containing, I. The method of performing the various processes of distillation, with descriptions of the several instruments: the whole doctrine of fermentation: the manner of drawing spirits from malt, raisins, molasses, sugar, &c. and of rectifying them: with instructions for imitating, to the greatest perfection, both the colour and flavour of French brandies. II. The manner of distilling all kinds of simple waters from plants, flowers, &c. III. The method of making all the compound waters and rich cordials so largely imported from France and Italy; as likewise all those now made in Great Britain. To which are added, accurate descriptions of the several drugs, plants, flowers, fruits, &c. used by distillers, and instructions for chusing the best of each kind... by A. Cooper

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