McElroy, John 1846-1929 creator text utu 2018 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Si Klegg, Complete, Books 1-6" by John McElroy is a historical fiction work written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows Josiah “Si” Klegg, a young man who enlists in the Union Army during the American Civil War, detailing his transformation from a raw recruit to an experienced soldier. The story incorporates various themes of camaraderie, military life, and the hardships faced by soldiers, primarily through the perspective of Si and his companion, Shorty. The opening of the book introduces Si Klegg as he prepares to leave his home for war, showcasing the heartfelt support from his family who equip him for military life. He meticulously packs a variety of items into his knapsack, ranging from essentials such as clothing and personal items to more personal touches like a lock of hair from a girl named Annabel. As Si embarks on his journey, keen observations and humorous misadventures unfold, offering a glimpse into both the hopeful optimism of new soldiers and the stark realities they will face. The opening serves to establish the character's endearing nature while foreshadowing the trials and tribulations he will encounter throughout his service. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2018-06-15 Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive Original publication data not identified War stories United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57334 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57334 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134324.0 57334