Guns of Bull Run by Joseph Alexander Altsheler plunges listeners into the opening moments of America's greatest conflict through the eyes of a young man caught between duty and survival. This gripping historical fiction novel follows Harry Kenton as he leaves his Kentucky home on a dangerous secret mission to South Carolina, arriving just as tensions explode into open warfare. When Confederate cannons fire on the Star of the West, Harry witnesses the shot heard 'round the world—the moment that transforms a nation from peace to civil war.
The first volume in Altsheler's acclaimed Civil War series, this adventure captures the fear and uncertainty of those pivotal days before the Battle of Bull Run. Through vivid descriptions and authentic historical detail, the narrative explores what it means to fight for a cause while watching friends and family choose opposing sides. Harry's cousin Dick fights for the North while Harry serves the South, setting the stage for conflict that extends far beyond the battlefield.
Perfect for young adult readers and history enthusiasts alike, Guns of Bull Run combines the excitement of a coming-of-age adventure story with the profound moral questions raised by America's bloodiest war. Altsheler's timeless storytelling brings a tumultuous era to life, making it essential listening for anyone seeking to understand this transformative period through an immersive, human perspective.
