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The Red Badge of Courage

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  • 106 pages
  • 4 hours of reading

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Set during the American Civil War, the narrative follows Henry Fleming, a young Union private who grapples with his shame after fleeing battle. Desiring a "red badge of courage" to validate his bravery, he ultimately takes on the role of standard-bearer. The initial chapters reveal his cowardice, while the latter part of the story chronicles his transformation into a seemingly heroic figure. Recognized as a significant American text, the novel is praised for its realistic portrayal of war and its modern perspective on the battlefield experience.

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