02415cam a22003013u 4500 16480 UtSlPG 20260610133403.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Preston, Margaret Junkin, 1820-1897 Beechenbrook : A Rhyme of the War Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-08-08 Produced by Mark C. Orton, Ted Garvin and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Beechenbrook" by Margaret Junkin Preston is a narrative poem published during the late 19th century, particularly in the year 1866, amidst the backdrop of the American Civil War. This literary work explores themes of love, sacrifice, and patriotism against the turbulent and sorrowful landscape of war, particularly highlighting the emotions and struggles of those left behind, particularly women and children, as their loved ones go off to fight. The poem follows the heart-wrenching experience of Alice, the wife of a soldier named Douglass, as she grapples with the pain of separation brought about by the war. She faces the dual burden of managing her household and caring for her children while worrying incessantly about her husband's safety. As Douglass courageously joins the battle, Alice demonstrates resilience, often concealing her deep sorrow through acts of service both for the soldiers and her family. The narrative unfolds through a series of poignant moments that reflect the harsh realities of war, including the physical and emotional toll it takes on the characters, culminating in despair and loss. As the story progresses, it becomes a powerful reflection on love, loss, and the unyielding spirit of those who endure the hardships of war, reminding readers of the often-overlooked sacrifices of families during such tumultuous times. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Poetry -- Confederate https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16480 57868 57868