Shoulder-Straps - Henry Morford - Bog

""Shoulder-Straps"" is a novel set in New York during the American Civil War in 1862. It follows the story of a young man named Ned Armstrong who enlists in the Union Army and rises through the ranks to become a captain. Along the way, he experiences the harsh realities of war, including the loss of friends and the toll it takes on his own mental and physical health. The book also explores the social and political climate of New York during this time, including the tensions between the wealthy elite and the working-class immigrants. The characters are diverse, including African American soldiers and Irish immigrants, and the author delves into their experiences and struggles. Overall, ""Shoulder-Straps"" is a historical fiction novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of soldiers and civilians during the Civil War era, with a focus on the city of New York.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.