Folio Society | Secondhand

Crane’s affecting novel of a young soldiers experiences in the American Civil War, renowned for its “psychological portrayal of fear”. The story is about a young private of the Union Army, Henry Fleming, who flees from the field of battle. Overcome with shame, he longs for a wound, a “red badge of courage,” to counteract his cowardice. When his regiment once again faces the enemy, Henry acts as standard-bearer.

Folio Society Second Edition (Reset) Sixth Impression, with b/w illustrations by Mathew Brady and others.

Near fine with no slipcase. The spine is slightly scratched on the top.