The book titled ""The Captured Scout Of The Army Of The James: A Sketch Of The Life Of Sergeant Henry H. Manning"" is written by Henry Clay Trumbull. It is a biography of Sergeant Henry H. Manning, who served in the Union Army during the American Civil War. The book describes Manning's life as a soldier, including his experiences as a scout for the Army of the James.Manning was captured by Confederate forces during one of his scouting missions and was held as a prisoner of war for several months. The book provides a detailed account of his time in captivity and the conditions he faced while being held by the enemy.The author, Henry Clay Trumbull, was a Union Army chaplain during the Civil War and knew Manning personally. He draws on his own experiences and conversations with Manning to provide a vivid and personal account of his life and service.Overall, ""The Captured Scout Of The Army Of The James"" provides readers with a unique perspective on the Civil War and the experiences of those who fought in it. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the period, as well as those interested in the personal stories of soldiers who served in the conflict.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.