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Writing during wartime: Gender and literacy in the American civil war.

Authors :
Nelson, Michael C.
Source :
Journal of American Studies; Apr97, Vol. 31 Issue 1, p43, 26p
Publication Year :
1997

Abstract

Focuses on the documentary `The Civil War,' by Ken Burns. Significance of the film, as it relates to literacy during the American Civil War; Examination of the discourse on literacy and gender; Importance of literacy to female nurses during the war.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00218758
Volume :
31
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of American Studies
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
9710163132
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1017/S0021875896005555