Red Cap
Red Cap by G. Clifton Wisler is a reprint edition published by Penguin Young Readers Group on August 1, 1994. This 176-page book is written in English and presents a historical narrative set during the Civil War period. The story follows thirteen-year-old Ransom J. Powell, who enlists in the Union Army as a drummer boy, initially viewing war as an adventure. However, his perspective shifts dramatically as he experiences the brutal realities of battle and the harsh conditions of a Confederate prison camp.
Readers will find a portrayal of adolescence and coming of age against the backdrop of the Civil War, exploring social themes and the harsh truths of conflict. As Ransom navigates the challenges of war and imprisonment, he witnesses the suffering of his friends and confronts the possibility of his own demise. This book delves into the complexities of youth in a time of turmoil, offering insights into the experiences of those who lived through this pivotal period in American history.
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R.J. thought that war would be the ultimate adventure—until he was in the middle of it.
In 1862, thirteen-year-old Ransom J. Powell lies about his age and joins the Union Army as a drummer boy. At first, he is thrilled to be defending his country, but by the time he has been in his first skirmish he sees war for the brutal horror that it is. Then he and his regiment are captured and taken to Camp Sumter, a Confederate prison. With its disease and cruel guards, Camp Sumter is worse than any battlefield, and Ransom watches is friends die one by one. Will he be next?
“A sober but important contribution to the growing number of Civil War novels.”—Booklist
“Vibrant characters and realistic war and prison scenes combine to make [this] a compelling book.”—School Library Journal
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