The Red Badge of Courage by Stephen Crane
"The Red Badge of Courage" is a novel set during the American Civil War, focusing on a young private in the Union Army who flees from the field of battle. Overcome with shame, he longs for a wound, a "red badge of courage," to counteract his cowardice. When his regiment once again faces the enemy, he acts as the standard-bearer, proving his courage. The book explores the themes of heroism, manhood, and the illusion versus reality of war.
The 311th greatest book of all time
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Total Points: 1033
Since this book was first published in 1895, there is a penalty of 0%. The age adjusted score is 1033.0.
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