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The novel is set during the American Civil War and revolves around the experiences of the main character, Sylvia Fulton. Sylvia is a young girl from the North who, along with her family, becomes embroiled in the events leading up to the conflict and the early stages of the war. The story follows her journey as she travels to Fort Sumter, which is a notable location due to its significance as the site of the first battle of the Civil War."A Yankee Girl at Fort Sumter" offers young readers a chance to learn about the Civil War from the perspective of a child and provides insights into the historical events and the impact of the war on individuals and families.Alice Turner Curtis was known for her historical fiction for children, and the "Yankee Girl" series is an example of her work in this genre. If you're interested in historical fiction for young readers that introduces important historical events in an engaging way, this book and the series as a whole may be worth exploring.