Wilderness: A Tale Of The Civil War (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163804582)

Wilderness: A Tale of the Civil War is a historical fiction novel by Robert Penn Warren. The story is set during the American Civil War and follows the life of a young soldier named Private Trapper. Trapper is a member of the Union Army and is sent to fight in the Battle of the Wilderness, a brutal and deadly conflict that took place in Virginia in 1864.The novel explores the themes of war, courage, and survival. It delves into the psychological and emotional toll that war takes on soldiers, as well as the physical dangers they face on the battlefield. Through Trapper's experiences, the reader gains insight into the horrors of war, the bonds that soldiers form with one another, and the sacrifices they make for their country.Warren's writing style is vivid and descriptive, painting a detailed picture of the battlefield and the soldiers' experiences. He also incorporates elements of Southern Gothic literature, giving the story a haunting and eerie atmosphere.Overall, Wilderness: A Tale of the Civil War is a powerful and moving novel that offers a unique perspective on one of the most significant events in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the Civil War, historical fiction, or the human experience of war.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: Robert Penn Warren
ISBN-10: 1163804584
ISBN-13: 9781163804582
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.67d