Jed's Boy: A Story of Adventures in the Great World War by Warren Lee Goss
"Jed's Boy: A Story of Adventures in the Great World War" by Warren Lee Goss is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Jonathan Nickerson, a young boy who becomes a soldier during World War I, inspired by the heroism of his uncle, Jed, who fought in the Civil War. As the narrative unfolds, Jonathan's journey encapsulates themes of patriotism, bravery, and the struggles of young
men caught in the tumult of war, making this a compelling read for those interested in military history and coming-of-age tales during significant historical events. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Jonathan, nicknamed Jot, who is working on a farm in Western Massachusetts while experiencing the challenges of daily life amidst the backdrop of impending war in Europe. After showing kindness to a tramp boy seeking work, Jot’s desire for a life of adventure and service emerges, especially after learning about the growing conflict across the Atlantic. The narrative hints at Jonathan's deep sense of duty, shaped by his mother’s patriotism and the stories of bravery passed down from his uncle. As the war looms closer, Jonathan's ambitions and personal struggles intertwine with larger themes of sacrifice and the spirit of the American youth, setting the stage for his enlistment and subsequent experiences in the trenches. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Goss, Warren Lee, 1835-1925 |
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| Illustrator | Fisk, Harry T., 1887-1974 |
| LoC No. | 19014942 |
| Title | Jed's Boy: A Story of Adventures in the Great World War |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Demian Katz, Craig Kirkwood, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (Images courtesy of the Digital Library@Villanova University (http://digital.library.villanova.edu/)) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62956 |
| Release Date | Aug 17, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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