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Title:
Si Klegg, Book 5
The Deacon's Adventures at Chattanooga in Caring for the Boys
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Si Klegg, Book 5" by John McElroy is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. This installment follows the character Si Klegg and his partner Shorty during their experiences in the Civil War, highlighting themes of camaraderie, survival, and resourcefulness amid the backdrop of battle and hardship. The narrative centers around the Deacon, Si's father, who navigates the challenges of caring for Si and Shorty while also facing the trials of scarcity and danger in a war-torn environment. The opening of the story introduces the Deacon's frantic yet determined efforts to provide nourishment for his wounded son Si and his friend Shorty in a hospital in Chattanooga. Amidst the chaos, he successfully forages for chickens, only to encounter the threat of dogs who are also eager for food. As the plot develops, the Deacon continues his scavenging, ultimately resorting to desperate measures like highway robbery to steal food from an unsuspecting farmer. His escapades are filled with humor and tension, showcasing his struggles to balance morals and survival instincts in the face of war. The chapter sets the tone for a story that promises both comedic and serious moments as it explores the lengths one will go to care for loved ones in precarious times. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: McElroy, John, 1846-1929
EBook No.: 31775
Published: Mar 25, 2010
Downloads: 175
Language: English
Subject: United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Si Klegg, Book 5
The Deacon's Adventures at Chattanooga in Caring for the Boys
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Si Klegg, Book 5" by John McElroy is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. This installment follows the character Si Klegg and his partner Shorty during their experiences in the Civil War, highlighting themes of camaraderie, survival, and resourcefulness amid the backdrop of battle and hardship. The narrative centers around the Deacon, Si's father, who navigates the challenges of caring for Si and Shorty while also facing the trials of scarcity and danger in a war-torn environment. The opening of the story introduces the Deacon's frantic yet determined efforts to provide nourishment for his wounded son Si and his friend Shorty in a hospital in Chattanooga. Amidst the chaos, he successfully forages for chickens, only to encounter the threat of dogs who are also eager for food. As the plot develops, the Deacon continues his scavenging, ultimately resorting to desperate measures like highway robbery to steal food from an unsuspecting farmer. His escapades are filled with humor and tension, showcasing his struggles to balance morals and survival instincts in the face of war. The chapter sets the tone for a story that promises both comedic and serious moments as it explores the lengths one will go to care for loved ones in precarious times. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: McElroy, John, 1846-1929
EBook No.: 31775
Published: Mar 25, 2010
Downloads: 175
Language: English
Subject: United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.