Description:
Award Winning Author - Andy Peck awarded the 2023 Community History Leadership Award by the East Tennessee Historical Society
Biography and writings of Dr. Isham Peck, pre-Civil War Army surgeon.
Over 200 illustrations and index.
Brief description: "ANDY PECK is the 3rd great-grandson of Sawbones and 5th great-grandson of the founders of Mossy Creek (modern-day Jefferson City), Tennessee. He is a devoted husband and father, military chaplain, family historian, musician, editor, and author. Andy has lectured for the East Tennessee Historical Society, Appalachian Cultural Center (Carson-Newman University), and his books were featured at the Rose Glen Literary Festival in Sevierville, TN. He has captivated audiences at schools, libraries, churches, and book clubs throughout Tennessee, North Carolina, Georgia, and Louisiana. His engaging books and presentations bring stories to life, allowing readers and listeners to engage with history in a fresh and powerful way. His family nickname growing up was "Andy Bones".
Review Quotes:
"Andy Peck has given us a glimpse into the triumphs and tragedies in the lives of the Peck Family." Linda Gass, Archives-Assistant, Carson-Newman University, Jefferson City
"This marvelous book chronicles Dr. Isham Peck's life and times, sorrows and opinions, while revealing his true character and wit. Sawbones is a must have for all history lovers." Rob Beuch, President, Jefferson Co. Historical Society
"This is a gift not only to Peck descendants but also to the heritage of Cocke County." Ed Walker, Cocke County Historian
"Sawbones...is a wonderful example for students and researchers alike of how thorough research can make history fascinating! Albert Lang, Special Collections Librarian & Archivist, Stephens-Burnett Memorial Library, Carson-Newman University, Jefferson City, Tennessee
"As a Civil War Historian, I would recommend this book as it brings to light the sense of obligation that families like the Peck's had in the moments after secession... Here we also see in a community naïve to horrors of war caught up in the pageantry of leaving for war. Through his account we also see a community that gets to see and experience war in Mossy Creek. We see a population that gets to experience occupation and the Pecks are no stranger to this too. Andy Peck includes many important reports from the actual battlefield writings of the time... Just like his ancestors, Andy Peck makes this time period come alive, not just with the words of Dr. Peck but also through his research and the sharing of valuable accompanying information. Andy has again contributed valuable information not just to the Peck family but also to Mossy Creek, Jefferson County, Tennessee and our Country. Please enjoy and treasure this as I have." David Needs, City Historian, Jefferson City (Mossy Creek), Tennessee, President of the Lakeway Civil War Preservation Association