When All the World Was Young
When All the World Was Young by Ferrol Sams is a reprint edition published by Penguin on October 1, 1992. This 624-page novel follows Porter Osborne, Jr., who, while in medical school in 1942, grapples with the pressures of impending military service and the weight of his family’s motto, “Remember who you are.” As Porter transitions from student to soldier, he faces the complexities of war and personal identity, ultimately landing at Omaha Beach to join the fight against Germany.
Readers will find a continuation of Porter’s journey, marked by Sams’ signature wit and keen character observations. The narrative delves into themes of conflict and duty, exploring the emotional landscape of a young man caught between his aspirations and the harsh realities of war. This edition enriches the literary experience with Sams’ detailed storytelling and engaging prose, making it a noteworthy addition to the trilogy that began with Run with the Horsemen and The Whisper of the River.
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“Ferrol Sams is a natural-born storyteller with a puckish wit, an obsession with words, and a rare ability to encapsule every off-center character who stumbles into his ken.” – Atlanta Journal & Constitution
The year is 1942 and Porter Osborne, Jr., is safely ensconced in medical school. He is physically safe, though taunted by the beckoning finger of Uncle Sam. Haunted by the family motto, “Remember who you are,” Porter wrestles with a flood of conflicting emotions. A year later, the conflicts still unresolved, he is an enlisted man in the U.S. Army. In the face of incomprehensible delays and inefficiency, he wonders how America will ever prevail in the world war. Surgical Technician PFC Porter Osborne finally lands at Omaha Beach and joins the Allied fight against Germany.
The final novel in the trilogy that began with Run with the Horsemen and The Whisper of the River, When All the World Was Young continues the story of young Porter Osborne with the supreme wit and wisdom that readers have come to expect from the inimitable Ferrol Sams.
“With his mastery of words, his skills as storyteller supreme and his highly believable attention to detail… Sams remains a master yarn-spinner.” – Nashville Banner
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