Intensely Human: The Health of the Black Soldier in the American Civil War
Fills a void in the literature on the health of black soldiers in the war.(James M. SchmidtCivil War News)We still have much to learn from the Civil War as we confront issues of race, socioeconomic status, and health in 2008 and beyond.(Sarah B. DineHealth Affairs)Intensely Humanis a well written, valuable work.(A. A. NofiThe NYMAS Review)It is hard to imagine that any scholar today could research a topic on the Civil War that others have not address previously. Margaret Humphreys... has done just that...Humphrey's depth of knowledge in modern medical science informs this book at every turn, allowing a reader to understand the physiological implications of what she reveals.(Sally G. McMillenCivil War Book Review)Its lucid, balanced interpretation makes it an excellent primer on tough issues of race, medical thought, and medical practice.(Steven M. StoweAmerican Historical Review)Well written, interesting, and informative. The narrative is honest and straightforward, andIntensely Humangives readers some insight into current health disparities.(Lynn C. Smitherman, MDJAMA)[Humphreys] underscores the callousness, corruption, disrespect, incompetence, and neglect by government medical officials toward black soldiers.(Choice)Intensely Humanis a meticulously researched and well-written book.(LTC Roger D. Cunninghamon Point)Intensely Humanfills a void in the emerging study of medical treatment for black soldiers.(Rhonda M. KohlArkansas Historical Quarterly)Shows how a careful regard for both historical thought and the historical record can deepen our understanding of racial disparities in health and health care.(Sarah B. DineHealth Affairs)A valuable examination of an important topic. The text merits reading by those interested in the Civil War, the medical history of the conflict, and in the military service of African Americans.(Tom PhillipsJournal of America's Military Past)A major strength ofIntensely Humanis Humphrey's careful attention to how the struggles of African American soldiers with disease and illness were contextual.(Chad L. WilliamsJournal of African American History)Provides a compelling insight.(Teresa M. O'Neill, RNC, PhDNursing History Review)Mary Humphreys has written a thoroughly researched and intrinsically valuable study which is assured to enrich knowledge and understanding of the racialized nature of Civil War treatment.(Cheryl WellsJournal of Social History)