The Crisis — Volume 05 by Winston Churchill
"The Crisis — Volume 05" by Winston Churchill is a historical account written during the early 20th century. This volume delves into the early events of the American Civil War, focusing on individual experiences amid national turmoil. The narrative centers around the character of Stephen Brice, who grapples with his sense of duty and familial obligations as the conflict escalates around him. The opening of this volume introduces us to the anxiety
and fear surrounding the outbreak of war, particularly through the perspective of Stephen Brice and his mother. As the guns of Fort Sumter fire, heralding a new chapter in American history, Stephen faces an internal struggle about whether to enlist in the fight for the Union or remain at home, supporting his mother. The narrative sets a tone of uncertainty and urgency, with scenes depicting the emotional toll of war on families and the societal pressures surrounding enlistment. Through vivid imagery and dialogue, Churchill establishes the stakes involved as loyalties are tested and characters confront their convictions against the backdrop of a divided nation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Churchill, Winston, 1871-1947 |
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| Title | The Crisis — Volume 05 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Crisis_(novel) |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| 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. | 5392 |
| Release Date | Oct 19, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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