Going Home (1865)

Going Home is a novel written by John V. Bassett and published in 1865. The story follows the journey of a young soldier named Jack, who returns home to his family after fighting in the Civil War. Jack is haunted by the memories of the war and struggles to readjust to civilian life. Along the way, he meets a young woman named Mary, who helps him cope with his trauma and find his place in the world again. The novel explores themes of love, loss, and the challenges of returning to normal life after experiencing the horrors of war. It is a poignant and moving story that offers a glimpse into the lives of soldiers and their families during one of the most tumultuous periods in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.