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A Son of the Gods and A Horseman in the Sky
Author: Ambrose Bierce
Hard cover, in good condition. First edition (1907). Rare find.
A Son of the Gods and A Horseman in the Sky by Ambrose Bierce is a collection of two short stories set during the American Civil War. Drawing on Bierce’s own experience as a soldier, the stories examine courage, military duty, loyalty and the terrible personal costs of war.
In A Son of the Gods, a courageous young officer undertakes a dangerous mission against enemy forces, displaying extraordinary bravery and determination. His actions inspire admiration among his fellow soldiers, while the story explores the relationship between individual heroism, sacrifice and the demands of military service. In A Horseman in the Sky, a young Union soldier named Carter Druse is confronted with an agonising conflict between his duty to his regiment and his family loyalties when he encounters a Confederate horseman who threatens to expose his comrades' position. The revelation of the horseman's identity gives the story its tragic emotional force. Together, the tales demonstrate Bierce’s distinctive literary style, characterised by psychological tension, stark realism, dramatic irony and unexpected endings. They offer a powerful examination of the moral dilemmas faced by soldiers and the devastating impact of civil conflict on human relationships.
Dimensions: 25.5cm x 18cm
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