The Girls of 1864 is a gripping historical drama written by Kneip Benson and Alden Arthur Kneip. The novel tells the story of five teenagers living in a small town during the Civil War in the United States. Each of the girls experiences important life events, their own discoveries and losses, showing true strength and friendship. The authors skillfully recreate the atmosphere of that time, leading readers through the horrors and joys of war, paying tribute to strong female characters who turned out to be gifted and tenacious individuals. "Girls of 1864" is a fascinating and impressive evocation of historical events that forever change the lives and destinies of young heroines.