All Right Let Them Come

All Right Let Them Come

All Right Let Them Come offers rare observations into the life of an East Tennessee Confederate soldier, John G. Earnest, and the events surrounding his involvement in the transfer to the western Confederate front and the siege of Vicksburg. The passages on the fighting at Chickasaw Bayou and at Big Black Bridge near Vicksburg cast light on the East Tennessee confederates military defects, Which Earnest suggests may have come from a lack of training and discipline, in addition to the region s sharply divided loyalties to the Union and Confederacy and the fact that these soldiers were moved great distances from the homelands they had volunteers to defend. Earnest s diary provides a readable account of the day-to-say life of a low-ranking officer. Material on the routines of camp life, on the limitations of the transportation system, which hindered the South s war efforts, and on travel across the western Confederacy address the lack of provisions, deficits in the Confederate soldiers discipline and morale, and the South s difficulties in maintaining a cohesive, powerful fighting force in the Western Theater. The Author: Charles Swift Northen III is a retired investment manager who lives in Birmingham, Alabama. John G. Earnest was his great-grandfather. "

The Man in the Queue

In "The Man in the Queue," Josephine Tey introduces readers to a gripping early 20th-century crime narrative that melds elements of classic detective fiction with psychological exploration. Set in the backdrop of an intricately woven British society, Tey's prose is characterized by its sharp wit and keen observations, allowing for a nuanced depiction of character motivations and societal norms. The novel's central mystery begins with the shocking murder of a man in a queue, propelling Inspector Alan Grant into a labyrinth of clues, red herrings, and interpersonal drama, all painted with Tey'Äôs signature touch of irony and moral ambiguity. Josephine Tey, a pioneering figure in the realm of detective fiction, was known for her innovative storytelling and subversion of genre conventions. Born Elizabeth Mackintosh, Tey's diverse background as an accomplished playwright and actress informed her narrative style, allowing her to create rich, multi-dimensional characters and plotlines. Her experiences in the theatrical world provided a unique lens through which she viewed human behavior, enabling her to craft mysteries that delve deeply into the human psyche, as seen in "The Man in the Queue." This seminal work is highly recommended for readers who appreciate intricately plotted mysteries that challenge conventional norms. Tey's deft blend of suspense and character study invites readers to engage with the text on multiple levels, assuring that "The Man in the Queue" remains an essential read for both mystery aficionados and literary scholars alike.

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