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Between the Lines
Delve into the heart of conflict and courage with Charles King's "Between the A Story of the War." Set against the backdrop of a nation divided, this compelling novel weaves a rich tapestry of love, loyalty, and sacrifice amidst the turmoil of war.
King, a master storyteller, brings to life vivid characters whose destinies are shaped by the tumultuous events surrounding them. Experience the drama and suspense as soldiers face not only external battles but also internal struggles, torn between duty and personal desires. "Between the Lines" captures the essence of a pivotal time in history, exploring the profound impact of war on individuals and communities alike.
This meticulously crafted narrative promises to resonate with readers seeking a blend of historical authenticity and emotional depth. Discover why "Between the Lines" remains a timeless exploration of the human spirit in the face of adversity, a story that will stay with you long after you turn the final page.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
King, a master storyteller, brings to life vivid characters whose destinies are shaped by the tumultuous events surrounding them. Experience the drama and suspense as soldiers face not only external battles but also internal struggles, torn between duty and personal desires. "Between the Lines" captures the essence of a pivotal time in history, exploring the profound impact of war on individuals and communities alike.
This meticulously crafted narrative promises to resonate with readers seeking a blend of historical authenticity and emotional depth. Discover why "Between the Lines" remains a timeless exploration of the human spirit in the face of adversity, a story that will stay with you long after you turn the final page.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
346 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1888
About the author
Charles King
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Charles King was a United States soldier and a distinguished writer. He graduated from West Point in 1866 and served in the Army during the Indian Wars under George Crook. He was wounded in the arm forcing his retirement from the regular army. During this time he became acquainted with Buffalo Bill Cody. King would later write scripts for several of Cody's silents films. In 1898, he was appointed brigadier general of volunteers and sailed to the Philippines during the Spanish-American War; he also led a brigade during the ensuing Philippine-American War. He returned to the United States and was active in the Wisconsin National Guard and in training troops for World War I. He wrote and edited over 60 books and novels.
Charles King was a United States soldier and a distinguished writer. He graduated from West Point in 1866 and served in the Army during the Indian Wars under George Crook. He was wounded in the arm forcing his retirement from the regular army. During this time he became acquainted with Buffalo Bill Cody. King would later write scripts for several of Cody's silents films. In 1898, he was appointed brigadier general of volunteers and sailed to the Philippines during the Spanish-American War; he also led a brigade during the ensuing Philippine-American War. He returned to the United States and was active in the Wisconsin National Guard and in training troops for World War I. He wrote and edited over 60 books and novels.
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August 1, 2014
I really enjoyed this book. It's balanced; the hero is Northern and the heroine Southern. King was a West Point graduate who supported the North, but who had a respect for the tactics and character of the Southern generals as well. I don't feel like I'm being pushed to sympathize with one character's views over another's.
I loved the characterization; the story held me to the very end . It's very interesting, with plenty of unexpected twists.
I loved the characterization; the story held me to the very end . It's very interesting, with plenty of unexpected twists.
August 5, 2017
Civil War romance with a couple of battle scenes and a legal drama thrown in to boot.
Frank Kearny is a Union scout who falls for Lucy Armistead, a Confederate sympathiser holed up with her elderly father in their Virginia farmhouse above Bull Run. He picks up an injury and she nurses hi to health, not the first time I've come across that device in order to bring together a pair of lovers across the divide of North and South.
Of those battles, King expertly recreated the first manouevers of the Second Battle of Bull Run. He was a soldier himself with seventy years of active military service, the only man in American history to serve in five wars, from the Civil War to World War I. The action here climaxed with Gettysburg and a rousing account of Stuart's calvary charge.
As with the other small handful of books I had read by King before, the writing was fine if a little flat, the character's sense of honour pleasing if a little unlikely, and the story was a little on the thin side.
Frank Kearny is a Union scout who falls for Lucy Armistead, a Confederate sympathiser holed up with her elderly father in their Virginia farmhouse above Bull Run. He picks up an injury and she nurses hi to health, not the first time I've come across that device in order to bring together a pair of lovers across the divide of North and South.
Of those battles, King expertly recreated the first manouevers of the Second Battle of Bull Run. He was a soldier himself with seventy years of active military service, the only man in American history to serve in five wars, from the Civil War to World War I. The action here climaxed with Gettysburg and a rousing account of Stuart's calvary charge.
As with the other small handful of books I had read by King before, the writing was fine if a little flat, the character's sense of honour pleasing if a little unlikely, and the story was a little on the thin side.
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