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April Morning
April Morning
Author: Howard Fast
When you read this novel about April 19, 1775, you will see the British redcoats marching in a solid column through your town. Your hands will be sweating and you will shake a little as you grip your musket because never have you shot with the aim of killing a man. But you will shoot, and shoot again and again while your shoulder aches from your...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780553273229
ISBN-10: 0553273221
Publication Date: 11/1/1983
Pages: 208
Rating:
  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
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3.8 stars, based on 20 ratings
Publisher: Bantam
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio Cassette
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This was a good read. It gives a vivid picture of the lives of ordinary American citizens prior to the opening shots of the American Revolution, and does not romanticize the events of that fateful day. The divisions amongst the patriots as to the proper course of action, the uncertainty of what may happen, and the awful truth of the price of liberty come shining through in this novel. It shows when principles require action to back them up, life can change forever as a consequence.
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This book follows the course of history and puts yu into the first battle of the Revolutionary War. As you read you will not only receive a good tale but also a lesson in history. The book made me proud to be an American reading about the farmer's who fought with their bird guns and hunting rifles and teamed up to deal the initial blow to the Red Coats. A good read for all ages!
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It is the day prior to the Battle of Lexington; a glimpse into rural life in eastern Massachusetts. The next day the wind of war sweeps the countryside and changes life there forever. Overnight a young becomes a man. Culminating the two-day period, he faces dual allegiance: to his family and to his country. How should he face it? Which should he choose? As a historical novel, April Morning is a fitting companion to Ester Forbes Johnny Tremain.
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Historical fiction at its best - American Revolution. Has you right there on the battlefield. Taught in schools, with good reason - brings textbook accounts to vivid life.
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Invites comparison with Crane's Red Badge of Courage.... i think this is an even better book. - The New York Times


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