The Veteran and Other Stories of the Civil War (eBook)

Stephen Crane (Autor)

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2022
80 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654700570-4 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Veteran and Other Stories of the Civil War," Stephen Crane employs his signature realist style to portray the harrowing experiences of soldiers amid the chaos of the American Civil War. This collection reflects the psychological turmoil and moral ambiguities faced by individuals during a time of national strife, intertwining vivid imagery with a stark, unembellished narrative voice. Crane's exploration of themes such as heroism, sacrifice, and the brutality of warfare presents an acute critique of romanticized notions of battle, situating the stories within the broader context of late 19th-century American literature, which grappled with the consequences of the war on society and the collective psyche. Stephen Crane, born in 1871 in Newark, New Jersey, came of age during the aftermath of the Civil War, which profoundly influenced his literary output. Having only experienced the war vicariously through interviews and accounts, Crane synthesized these narratives with his own vivid imagination, thereby capturing the surreal human experience of conflict. His work is marked by a deep empathy for his subjects, which stems from his own encounters with trauma and loss, paralleling the societal upheaval of his times. This collection is highly recommended for readers seeking a poignant reflection on war's impact on humanity. Crane's masterful storytelling and psychological insights invite readers to confront the complexities of bravery and cowardice, making "The Veteran and Other Stories of the Civil War" an enduring exploration of the human condition during one of America's most turbulent epochs.

Autor

Stephen Crane (1871-1900) was an American novelist, poet, and short story writer, acclaimed for his early use of naturalism and impressionism in literature. An emblematic figure of American literary realism, Crane is perhaps best known for his Civil War novel, 'The Red Badge of Courage' (1895), which garnered widespread acclaim for its intense and realistic depiction of a soldier's psychological turmoil. 'The Veteran and Other Stories of the Civil War,' a collection that further explores themes of valor, survival, and the chaos of warfare, reflects Crane's acute awareness of the human condition amidst the backdrop of conflict. His work is characterized by a distinctive writing style marked by vivid imagery, irony, and the exploration of existential quandaries. Crane's narratives often revolved around ordinary people in extraordinary situations, and his protagonists typically grappled with internal moral battles. Despite a short life—he died at the age of 28—Crane's prolific output left a lasting mark on American literature and continued to influence writers of the modernist movement. His contribution extends beyond tales of war, as seen in works like the gritty urban novel 'Maggie: A Girl of the Streets' (1893), which tackled subjects such as poverty and vice with unflinching candor. Crane's literary legacy endures, his writings studied and appreciated for their innovative technique and probing insight into the human psyche.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 17.5.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Fantasy / Science Fiction ► Fantasy
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Schlagworte: 19th century fiction • 19th century war tales • all the light we cannot see • Americanah • American Civil War • american historical fiction • american literature classic • Bridgerton • Character exploration • Civil War fiction • Civil War narratives • emotional conflict exploration • empathy in literature • historical fiction • historical short stories • Impressionism • Lincoln's Melancholy • Little Women • masterful storytelling techniques • military fiction anthology • military themes • minimalist prose style • narrative war literature • Naturalism • News of the World • psychological impact of war • Realistic war stories • realist tradition • Red Badge of Courage author • Short Stories • Soldier character studies • Stephen Crane • Stephen Crane stories • The Color Purple • The Law of Innocence • The Once and Future Witches • Urban street literature • veteran war stories • War Stories • When We Believed in Mermaids