Books matching: conscientious objection
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Save:'Always to Remember' by Lorraine Heath is a heart-wrenching historical romance set during the Civil War, focusing on the story of Clay, a conscientious objector who faces prejudice and hatred in his hometown for refusing to fight. The book delves into themes of courage, prejudice, and redemption, as Clay and Meg navigate their complex relationship amidst societal expectations and personal struggles. The writing style is described as emotive, thought-provoking, and engaging, with well-developed characters and a unique premise that sets it apart from other Western historicals.
He threw back the covers, clambered out of bed, and made his way to the window. Unlatching the shutters and pushing them open, he breathed deeply, inhaling the scent of rain. Reaching out, he relished... - #2
Save:Ben Elton's 'The First Casualty' is a historical fiction novel set during World War I, focusing on the investigation of a murder behind the front lines. The book delves into the horrors of war, the futility of investigating a single murder amidst mass slaughter, and the blurred lines between legal and illegal killings. Through the protagonist, Douglas Kingsley, the story explores themes of justice, truth, and the impact of war on individuals.
Douglas Kingsley was an unlikely candidate to join the ranks of conscientious objectors, in that he had killed more men than most soldiers were ever likely to do. Not directly, of course; he had not p...
