The Wound Dresser by Walt Whitman

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Author Whitman, Walt, 1819-1892
Editor Bucke, Richard Maurice, 1837-1902
LoC No. 43036911
Title The Wound Dresser
A Series of Letters Written from the Hospitals in Washington during the War of the Rebellion
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Summary "The Wound Dresser" by Walt Whitman is a collection of letters written from military hospitals in Washington during the Civil War, likely penned in the mid-19th century. The letters reflect the poignant experiences of the author as he tends to the sick and wounded soldiers, capturing the depths of human suffering and compassion in a time of conflict. Through his observations and reflections, Whitman provides insight into the harsh realities of wartime medical care, illustrating the emotional and physical struggles faced by both the patients and caregivers. At the start of the work, Whitman introduces readers to the overwhelming atmosphere of military hospitals, emphasizing their immense capacity and the sheer number of wounded soldiers. He vividly describes the scenes he encounters—including calamities of war, the dire conditions of the convalescent soldiers, and the attentive role he assumes as an informal volunteer, offering comfort, supplies, and companionship. Through anecdotes about individual soldiers and their plights, even detailing one soldier's painful journey of illness, the opening portrays a heartfelt commitment to humanity amid the despair of warfare, setting a tone of empathy and resilience that resonates throughout the entire collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865)
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Hospitals
Subject Whitman, Walt, 1819-1892 -- Correspondence
Subject Whitman, Louisa Van Velsor, 1795-1873
Subject Poets, American -- 19th century -- Correspondence
Subject Mothers -- Correspondence
Category Text
EBook-No. 35725
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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