A Lincoln Conscript (1909)

A Lincoln Conscript (1909)

Homer Greene

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9780548856949
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''A Lincoln Conscript'' is a novel written by Homer Greene and published in 1909. The story is set during the American Civil War and follows the life of a young man named Johnnie Gray. Johnnie is a farmer’s son from Illinois who is drafted into the Union Army against his will. He is torn between his loyalty to his country and his desire to stay home and care for his family. As Johnnie is sent off to fight in the war, he experiences the harsh realities of battle and the toll it takes on him and his fellow soldiers. He struggles with the morality of killing others and the fear of dying himself. Throughout the novel, Johnnie’s character develops as he learns to cope with the challenges of war and the sacrifices he must make for his country. The novel also explores the political and social issues of the time, including the controversy surrounding conscription and the impact of the war on families and communities. It provides a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people during one of the most tumultuous periods in American history. Overall, ''A Lincoln Conscript'' is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the Civil War and its impact on those who lived through it.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.

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