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100	1		_aAlcott, Louisa May, _d1832-1888
245	1	0	_aOn Picket Duty, and Other Tales
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2004-01-01
505	0		_aOn picket duty -- The king of clubs and the queen of hearts -- The cross on the old church tower -- The death of John.
508			_aText file produced by Charles Aldarondo HTML file produced by David Widger
520			_a"On Picket Duty, and Other Tales" by Louisa May Alcott is a collection of war stories written during the mid-19th century. The opening tale, "On Picket Duty," explores the lives and emotions of soldiers stationed on the frontlines during the American Civil War, focusing on themes of love, camaraderie, and sacrifice. Key characters include Thorn, Phil, Dick, and Flint, each representing different facets of the military experience and personal struggles amidst the horrors of war. At the start of the story, the soldiers are gathered under the moonlight, sharing thoughts and reminiscing about their loved ones back home as they complete their night watch. The conversation reveals their personalities and backgrounds, from Thorn's gruff exterior hiding deeper feelings, to Dick's romantic nature, and Flint's pragmatic humor. As they share tales of their romances and experiences, the emotional weight of their surroundings contrasts with their playful banter, hinting at the underlying tensions of war. This initial interaction sets the stage for a deeper exploration of their lives and relationships throughout the collection, emphasizing the bond formed among comrades during intense times. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aShort stories, American
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4960
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