The Blue and the Gray; Or, The Civil War as Seen by a Boy by Annie Randall White
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About this eBook
| Author | White, Annie Randall |
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| Illustrator | Beard, Frank, 1842-1905 |
| Title |
The Blue and the Gray; Or, The Civil War as Seen by a Boy A Story of Patriotism and Adventure in Our War for the Union |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive |
| Summary | "The Blue and the Gray; Or, The Civil War as Seen by a Boy" by Annie Randall White is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows a young boy named Ralph as he navigates the confusing and turbulent landscape of the American Civil War, his journey marked by conflict, patriotism, and personal sacrifice. The narrative is particularly noteworthy for its unique perspective, as it is told through the eyes of a child who grapples with the complexities of loyalty and duty amidst the backdrop of war. The opening of the novel introduces the pre-war tension as Ralph witnesses the early days of the Civil War in 1861. We learn about his internal struggles with the decision to enlist, despite his Southern heritage and a loving mother who is torn between her loyalty to her roots and her son’s patriotic fervor. Ralph's enlistment marks the beginning of his journey into the Union army, where he experiences both the camaraderie of camp life and the harsh realities of battle. As the story unfolds, it delves into the boy's transformative experiences, capturing the innocence of youth amidst the tragic enormity of war. The narrative sets the stage for Ralph’s growth as he confronts fears, challenges, and the harrowing consequences of conflict, offering readers a poignant glimpse of how war impacts those who live through it. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 45382 |
| Release Date | Apr 14, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 21, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 184 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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