The Guns Of Shiloh (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169294370)

The Guns of Shiloh is a historical fiction novel written by Joseph A. Altsheler. The book is set during the American Civil War and follows the story of Harry Kenton, a young soldier in the Confederate Army. The novel begins with the Battle of Shiloh, where Harry and his fellow soldiers fight against the Union Army. The battle is intense and brutal, with both sides suffering heavy casualties. As the war continues, Harry becomes more experienced and rises through the ranks. He is promoted to the rank of lieutenant and is given command of a group of soldiers. Harry's leadership is tested as he leads his men into battle and faces the harsh realities of war. Throughout the novel, Harry struggles with his loyalty to the Confederate cause and his own personal beliefs. He begins to question the morality of the war and the actions of his fellow soldiers. The book also explores the relationships between soldiers and the bonds that are formed through the shared experience of war. The Guns of Shiloh is a gripping and emotional novel that provides a vivid portrayal of the American Civil War. It offers a unique perspective on the conflict and explores the complex issues and emotions that arise during times of war.He found that the walking, besides keeping him warmer, took all the stiffness out of his muscles, and he continued on foot several miles. He passed two brooks and a creek, all frozen over so solidly that the horse passed on them without breaking the ice. It was an extremely difficult task to make the animal try the ice, but after much delicate coaxing and urging he always succeeded.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.

Author: Joseph A. Altsheler
ISBN-10: 1169294375
ISBN-13: 9781169294370
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 226
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.35lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.56d