Barbara Frietchie (1894)

Barbara Frietchie is a historical novel written by Jules Jordan in 1894. The story is set during the American Civil War and follows the life of a young woman named Barbara Frietchie who becomes a symbol of patriotism and courage in her hometown of Frederick Maryland. Barbara is a devout Union supporter despite living in a Confederate state. Her unwavering loyalty to the Union cause puts her in danger as she is constantly being watched by Confederate soldiers. When General Stonewall Jackson and his Confederate troops march into Frederick Barbara defies them by displaying the Union flag outside her window. The novel chronicles Barbara's bravery and determination to stand up for what she believes in even in the face of danger. It also explores the themes of love loyalty and sacrifice during a time of great turmoil in American history. Overall Barbara Frietchie is a gripping tale of a young woman's courage and patriotism in the midst of war. It is a classic work of historical fiction that offers a unique perspective on the Civil War and the people who lived through it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting preserving and promoting the world's literature in affordable high quality modern editions that are true to their original work.