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Rodney, the Partisan is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Castlemon, Harry (1842–1915).
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"Rodney, the Partisan" by Harry Castlemon is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set during the Civil War era and follows the journey of Rodney Gray, a young Southern cadet who is determined to fight for the Confederacy. The narrative explores the fierce debates surrounding loyalty, duty, and the complexities of war as Rodney grapples with his family's differing views and the realities of enlistment. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Rodney and his family as he prepares to leave for military service after a heated discussion about the South's prospects in the impending war. His mother, while supportive of his patriotic fervor, grapples with the emotional weight of sending her son off to battle. Rodney's eagerness to join the fight is contrasted with his father's more cautious outlook on the war's outcome, highlighting the tension within families during this tumultuous time. As Rodney sets out, he is met with challenges that test his determination, including friendships that may turn treacherous and an impending journey that could lead him into enemy territory.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Rodney, the Partisan
- Author credits: Castlemon, Harry (1842–1915)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
- US Civil War
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