The Captain's Story

By Rebecca Harding Davis

Book Overview

The Captain's Story is a historical novel written by Rebecca Harding Davis that tells the story of Captain Stephen Craig, a veteran of the American Civil War. The novel is set in the late 19th century and follows Captain Craig as he recounts his experiences during the war to a young journalist who is writing a book about the conflict.Through his vivid and detailed storytelling, Captain Craig takes the reader on a journey through some of the most significant battles of the war, including the Battle of Gettysburg and the Siege of Petersburg. He also shares his personal experiences of the war, including his relationships with fellow soldiers, his struggle with PTSD, and his eventual return home to his family.As the story unfolds, the reader gains insight into the physical and emotional toll that war takes on soldiers and their families, as well as the complex political and social issues that led to the conflict. The Captain's Story is a powerful and moving tale of courage, sacrifice, and the enduring human spirit in the face of adversity.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Little Classics Stories of Intellect, by Rebecca Harding Davis. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417900903.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425474470
• ISBN13: 9781425474478
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"