Way of a Rebel by Walter M. Miller
The novel follows the story of a young Confederate soldier, John Stryker, who is sent to fight in the Battle of Gettysburg. Stryker is a brave and determined soldier, but he is also a rebel, refusing to follow orders and determined to fight his own way. Stryker's journey takes him through the horrors of war, as he struggles to survive and make sense of the chaos around him. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, from fellow soldiers to civilians, and learns about the realities of war and the courage it takes to fight for what you believe in. Ultimately, Stryker must decide whether to follow orders or follow his own path, and whether to fight for the Confederacy or for himself. Way of a Rebel is a powerful and moving story of courage, loyalty, and the power of the human spirit.
By Walter M. Miller · First published 1954 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Drama · 6,477 words
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Lieutenant Laskell surfaced his one-man submarine fifty miles off the Florida coast where he had been patrolling in search of enemy subs. Darkness had fallen. He tuned his short wave set to the Miami station just in time to hear the eight o'clock news. The grim announcement that he had expected was quick to come:
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Walter M. Miller
- Date: 1954 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
- Length: 6,477 words
- Structure: 1 section, 104 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The book is set in a post-apocalyptic future and follows a rebel who is trying to survive in a hostile environment.
- Adventure — The protagonist embarks on a journey of self-discovery and exploration, encountering various obstacles and challenges along the way.
- Drama — The book explores themes of morality, identity, and the human condition, and follows the protagonist's emotional journey as he struggles to find his place in the world.
- Fantasy — The book contains elements of fantasy, such as the protagonist's ability to manipulate the environment and his encounters with supernatural forces.
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Fiction · Science fiction · Short stories · Submarines (Ships) · War stories · answer · back · computer · conning · could · data · enemy