An Echo Of Antietam / 1898

Name: An Echo Of Antietam / 1898
Author: Edward Bellamy

By Edward Bellamy

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The narrative follows a regiment preparing to march from a city camp to join major fighting, portraying the public send-off and the private farewells that accompany enlistment. Through a sequence of episodes it moves from camp life and patriotic pageantry to combat and its aftermath, emphasizing camaraderie, the contrast between romantic and domestic sacrifice, and the ways families and soldiers confront fear, duty, loss, and memory.

About the Author

Edward Bellamy

Edward Bellamy was an American author and social activist, best known for his utopian novel "Looking Backward, 2000 to 1887," published in 1888. This influential work imagines a future society that has eliminated poverty and inequality through a system of collective ownership. Bellamy's writing often reflects his concerns about the social and economic issues of his time, advocating for reform and a more equitable society. In addition to his notable novel, he wrote several other works, including short stories and essays that further explore themes of love, society, and human potential. His ideas contributed to the early American socialist movement and continue to resonate in discussions about social justice.