Stephen Crane

An abridged version of the tale set in the spring of 1863 when, while engaged in the fierce battle of Chancellorsville in Virginia, a young Union soldier matures to manhood and finds peace of mind as he comes to grips with his conflicting emotions about war.

During his service in the Civil War a young Union soldier matures to manhood and finds peace of mind as he comes to grips with his conflicting emotions about war.

A collection of stories from American authors of the 19th and early 20th centuries, selected for their literary importance as well as their dramatic oral qualities. Mark Twain: "The celebrated jumping frog of Calaveras County", "The one-million pound bank note", A visit to Niagrara", and "A mysterious visit" -- Stephen Crane: "The blue hotel" and ""The bride comes to yellow sky" -- Ambrose Bierce: "An occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" and "The eyes...