Illustration of Henry Fleming in a soldier's uniform in front of a confederate flag and an American flag

The Red Badge of Courage

by Stephen Crane

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The Red Badge of Courage

Henry Fleming and his comrades are engaged in a battle to capture an enemy flag. The opposing troops on the two sides become more and more equal in number, until they reach parity, when they begin to...

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The Red Badge of Courage

The first six chapters depict Henry's emotional turmoil as he transitions from a confident recruit to a soldier grappling with fear and shame. Initially proud and eager to fight, Henry's bravado is...

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The Red Badge of Courage

In The Red Badge of Courage, the youth is metaphorically compared to a "jaded horse" to illustrate his exhaustion and fear during battle. Initially elated after repelling an attack, his confidence...

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