The Sultana (1913)

The Sultana is a historical novel written by Henry Cottrell Rowland and published in 1913. The story is set during the American Civil War and follows the journey of a steamboat named the Sultana. The boat is tasked with transporting Union soldiers who were recently released from Confederate prison camps back to their homes in the North. However, due to greed and corruption, the boat is overloaded with passengers, causing a tragic disaster that results in the deaths of over 1,800 people. The novel is based on true events and provides a detailed account of the Sultana disaster, which is considered one of the worst maritime disasters in American history. The story is told through the eyes of several characters, including a Union soldier, a Confederate prisoner, and the boat's captain. The characters' perspectives provide a unique insight into the events leading up to the disaster and the aftermath.The Sultana is a gripping tale of tragedy, greed, and corruption during a tumultuous period in American history. Rowland's writing style is engaging and descriptive, transporting readers back in time to experience the events firsthand. The novel is a must-read for anyone interested in the Civil War or American history in general.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.