| Author |
Mérimée, Prosper, 1803-1870 |
| Title |
How The Redoubt Was Taken
1896
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"How The Redoubt Was Taken" by Prosper Mérimée is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book recounts a soldier's first experience in battle during a military engagement, focusing on the fearless nature of warfare and the emotional turmoil faced by soldiers. It serves as a vivid portrayal of the chaos of battle and the psychological challenges of combat. The narrative follows a young French soldier who joins his regiment just before an assault on the Russian-held redoubt of Cheverino. As he prepares for battle, he struggles with feelings of isolation and fear about the possible injuries he might face. A tall and imposing captain becomes his commander, and after a brief encounter filled with dark humor and superstition, the battle begins. In the chaos, the narrator witnesses the horrendous aftermath of the melee, including the fall of his captain. Ultimately, he finds himself unexpectedly promoted and leading the charge, contributing to his regiment's eventual victory over the Russians. The experience encapsulates the brutality of war and the fleeting nature of life amid military glory. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Short stories
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| Subject |
War stories
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
23057 |
| Release Date |
Oct 17, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 26, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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