The Coward: A Novel of Society and the Field in 1863

Name: The Coward: A Novel of Society and the Field in 1863
Author: Henry Morford

By Henry Morford

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Set against the Civil War and interwoven with White Mountains travel, the novel follows families torn by an accusation of cowardice that ruptures relationships and spurs searches and reckonings. A young woman's love and loyalty are challenged by a brother's contested reputation; other characters' romances, jealousies, and duels unfold amid mountain adventures, accidents, and social confrontations. Parallel episodes trace mistaken identities, a strangled letter that alters lives, and a soldier's wartime fate culminating in hospital revelations that clarify past mysteries. The narrative balances battlefield glimpses with mountain scenery to explore self-misunderstanding, public judgment, and the consequences of concealed truth.

About the Author

Henry Morford

Henry Morford was an American author known for his works that explore themes of military life and society during the Civil War era. His notable titles include "Red-Tape and Pigeon-Hole Generals," which provides a perspective from the ranks of the Army of the Potomac, and "Shoulder-Straps," a novel that intertwines the experiences of New Yorkers with military service in 1862. Morford's writing often reflects the complexities of war and its impact on individuals and society, making his contributions significant in the context of 19th-century American literature.