“I gave the best and all my life to a girdled tree. It was live oak, and was good for any purpose, except for blossom and fruit, and I am not willing for Belle to be content with anything less than the whole of a man's heart. [Varina Davis, Letter to a friend, advising against his daughter Belle marrying a widower]”
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The Demon of Unrest: A Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War
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Erik Larson
Erik Larson is an American journalist known for his in-depth historical research and engaging narrative style. His works often focus on historical events and individuals, offering readers a deep insight into the past through detailed storytelling and rich details. more
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