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The Red Acorn

By John McElroy

(3.5 stars) β€’ 10 reviews

"The Red Acorn" by John McElroy is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. It explores themes of love, courage, and the complexities of h...

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2001-08-01
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"The Red Acorn" by John McElroy is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. It explores themes of love, courage, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of the American Civil War, focusing on the lives of soldiers and their families. The narrative follows the character Rachel Bond as she navigates her romantic involvement with Harry Glen, whose questionable bravery in battle creates significant tension between them and challenges traditional gender roles and expectations during wartime. The opening of the novel introduces Rachel Bond, who is reflecting on her love for Harry Glen as he prepares to leave for war. Their relationship is characterized by both affection and ambition, with Rachel eager to be with Harry while also longing for a proud future as his wife. As the story unfolds, it becomes evident that Harry struggles with cowardice when faced with the realities of battle, ultimately leading to disappointment and heartbreak for Rachel. The dynamic between them illustrates the broader societal pressures of the time, as Rachel grapples with her expectations of Harry and her own self-worth amidst the chaos of war and the judgments of their small-town community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

About the Author

John McElroy may refer to:John McElroy (author) (1846–1929), American printer, newspaper publisher, soldier, journalist and author John McElroy (Canada), Royal Canadian Air Force pilot, veteran of World War II, Mahal (Israel) in the 1948 Arab–Israeli War John McElroy (Jesuit) (1782–1877), Jesuit priest John McElroy (producer), audiobook producer, see 1998 Grammy Awards John McElroy (blogger), Autoline Detroit blogger

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