Soldier's Heart
Being the Story of the Enlistment and Due Service of the Boy Charley Goddard in the First Minnesota Volunteers
What's it about
Ever wondered what war is really like, beyond the glory and the history books? Discover the brutal, day-to-day reality of the American Civil War through the eyes of a boy who was too young to fight but too eager to stay home. Based on the true story of 15-year-old Charley Goddard, this summary plunges you into the heart of the conflict. You'll experience the initial thrill of enlistment fade into the grim realities of combat, disease, and the crushing psychological toll that would later be known as PTSD. Witness one boy's harrowing journey from youthful patriotism to a shattered "soldier's heart."
Meet the author
Gary Paulsen was a master storyteller and three-time Newbery Honor recipient whose acclaimed works of survival and adventure have captivated millions of readers worldwide. His own difficult childhood and rugged life experiences, including running the Iditarod sled dog race twice, gave him a profound understanding of struggle and resilience. This unique perspective allowed him to explore the intense psychological journey of young Charley Goddard in Soldier's Heart with raw honesty and deep empathy for the true cost of war.
What's it about
Ever wondered what war is really like, beyond the glory and the history books? Discover the brutal, day-to-day reality of the American Civil War through the eyes of a boy who was too young to fight but too eager to stay home. Based on the true story of 15-year-old Charley Goddard, this summary plunges you into the heart of the conflict. You'll experience the initial thrill of enlistment fade into the grim realities of combat, disease, and the crushing psychological toll that would later be known as PTSD. Witness one boy's harrowing journey from youthful patriotism to a shattered "soldier's heart."
Meet the author
Gary Paulsen was a master storyteller and three-time Newbery Honor recipient whose acclaimed works of survival and adventure have captivated millions of readers worldwide. His own difficult childhood and rugged life experiences, including running the Iditarod sled dog race twice, gave him a profound understanding of struggle and resilience. This unique perspective allowed him to explore the intense psychological journey of young Charley Goddard in Soldier's Heart with raw honesty and deep empathy for the true cost of war.
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