The Red Badge of Courage
By Stephen Crane
- Release Date: 1895-01-01
- Genre: Fiction & Literature
Description
This is the story of the Civil War through the eyes of Henry Fleming, an ordinary farm boy turned soldier. Marks a departure from the traditional treatment of war in fiction as it captures the sights and sounds of war while creating the intricate inner world of Henry. Probes the personal reactions of unknown foot soldiers fighting unknown enemies. Henry Fleming is motivated not by courage or patriotism but by cowardice, fear, and finally egoism, and events are filtered through his consciousness.
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1By Cmaxwell396This is quite possibly the most boring book I’ve ever read. I wish I could give 0 stars.Book
5By c vcfgffffffkjffcThis is a pretty good bookRed badge of courage
5By App user this appI had to read this book a long time ago, but I was not mature enough to understand. Definitely a great read as an adult.This book is lit🔥
5By ButttttttttttssssAlthough this book's dialogue is hard to understand at times, I liked it and found it interesting and very descriptive.The Red Badge of Courage
1By Gdchub07This book was a waste of my time.The Red Badge of Courage
5By mcga1313Excellent book, first time I read it I was a teen and didn't truly understand it. Now, 50 plus years later, I understand it very well having had similar experiences myself while serving in the military.Review
1By Hayhay the gr8Boring!!!