| Author |
Churchill, Winston, 1871-1947 |
| Title |
The Crisis — Volume 08
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Crisis_(novel)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Crisis — Volume 08" by Winston Churchill is a historical novel written during the early 20th century that explores the tumultuous period of the American Civil War. The book delves into themes of personal and national conflict, focusing on the lives of its characters as they navigate the challenges posed by the war, the loyalty to their respective sides, and the moral dilemmas that arise from such turbulent times. The narrative centers around Virginia Carvel, who is embroiled in the fate of her cousin, Colonel Clarence Colfax, captured as a Confederate spy. Virginia's desperation leads her to seek an audience with President Lincoln, showcasing the contrasting perspectives of loyalty and love amid war's chaos. The story is rich with dramatic encounters, revealing character arcs that intertwine historical figures with fictional narratives, ultimately culminating in themes of reconciliation and mercy as the war draws to a close. Through Virginia's interactions, especially with Lincoln and Stephen Brice, the novel encapsulates a profound sense of yearning for peace and understanding, emphasizing Lincoln's compassionate approach even in the wake of tragedy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5395 |
| Release Date |
Oct 19, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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