A Lincoln Conscript

Name: A Lincoln Conscript
Author: Homer Greene

By Homer Greene

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Set during the Gettysburg campaign, the narrative follows a small-town youth whose father is known as a Copperhead and who faces ostracism and accusation from his neighbors. Pressed by a divisive draft and difficult domestic pressures, he confronts a wrenching decision about service, leaves for the front, and reports from the battlefield, including an episode that brings him before Abraham Lincoln. The story traces combat, loss, and a fraught return, exploring themes of communal prejudice, personal honor, and the human costs of civil war.

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Homer Greene

Homer Greene was an American author known for his vivid storytelling and exploration of themes related to the coal mining industry and American life in the late 19th century. His notable works include "A Lincoln Conscript," which reflects on the Civil War experience, and "The Blind Brother: A Story of the Pennsylvania Coal Mines," which delves into the struggles of miners and their families. Greene's writing often captures the complexities of human experience against the backdrop of industrial change, making significant contributions to the literary heritage of his time.