The Shepherd
The Shepherd by Mario Martinez, published by AuthorHouse on August 18, 2011, is a fiction work that delves into the complexities of war and human connection. This edition spans 156 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Allan Thomas White, a soldier who, unable to cope with the horrors of war, becomes a deserter. As he seeks freedom, he encounters children who have been affected by the conflict, leading him to make difficult choices about their safety and well-being.
Readers will find a story that explores themes of action, adventure, and suspense as Allan grapples with the moral implications of his decisions. As he takes on the responsibility of caring for a growing number of displaced children, the challenges of his situation intensify. The book presents a poignant look at the impact of war on the innocent, highlighting the struggles faced by those caught in its wake. Through Allan’s journey, the narrative examines the complexities of desertion and the responsibilities that come with unexpected guardianship.
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Allan Thomas White, a soldier unable to cope with the atrocities of war becomes a deserter. Along the way on his flight to freedom, he encounters the smallest victims of war: children. Unable to merely abandon them, he strings them along on his journey until he can find a safe and suitable drop-off point. In war-torn Italy, that soon becomes unlikely and he decides to take them with him until he feels he can safely separate from the children. As his journey continues, he finds more displaced children whom he also cannot abandon. They soon total eighteen! Faced with a dilemma not of his choice, he must decide how to handle his growing brood. Read “The Shepherd” to discover the fate of the children and how he solves his problem of desertion which has come to the attention of the military’s upper brass.
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