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The Deserter

The Deserter

Harding Davis, Richard

Paperback

Classic FictionGeneral Fiction

ISBN10: 9354759637
ISBN13: 9789354759635
Publisher: Alpha Ed
Published: Jul 5 2021
Pages: 22
Weight: 0.10
Height: 0.05 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Duty, desertion, and the price of courage collide on the frontier. The Deserter draws readers into a gripping corner of civil war America, where loyalty is tested, deserts are haunted, and every choice ripples through a brittle wartime world. This compact, morally charged adventurе fiction follows men and moments under pressure, weaving themes of military desertion, loyalty and betrayal, and frontier hardship into a vivid tapestry of character and consequence. It is more than a tale of skirmishes and escape; it is a careful study of conscience under fire, a narrative that rewards both pulse-quickening action and quiet, morally lucid reflection. Alpha Editions restores this classic with reverence for the era and for Richard Harding Davis's keen eye for people, place, and peril. The Deserter stands as a significant piece of civil war fiction and a touchstone for lovers of historical fiction, wartime drama, and literature study guides that illuminate context without sacrificing texture. Its American South settings and rugged landscapes render a vivid backdrop for stories that still resonate with readers today, and for collectors of civil war era writings, it is a rare cultural treasure that marks Davis among the notable civil war era writers. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, this book is not merely a reprint but a collector's item for readers who value history, craft, and enduring storytelling. It rewards casual readers seeking brisk, human adventure and classic-literature enthusiasts seeking a thoughtfully preserved jewel.

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