A Victorious Union (1893)

""A Victorious Union"" is a novel written by Oliver Optic and published in 1893. The story takes place in the United States during the Civil War and follows the lives of two families, the Gordon and the Lyon families, as they navigate the challenges of the war and the aftermath of its conclusion. The novel begins with the two families living in different parts of the country, with the Gordons residing in the North and the Lyons in the South. However, as the war progresses, their paths cross and they become intertwined in unexpected ways. The central characters of the novel are young men from each family, Walter Gordon and Frank Lyon, who both serve in the Union army. They become close friends and fight side by side in several battles. As the war draws to a close, they are both injured and sent to the same hospital, where they are reunited with their families. The novel explores themes of loyalty, friendship, and the impact of war on individuals and families. It also touches on issues of race and slavery, with several characters expressing differing opinions on the matter. Overall, ""A Victorious Union"" is a historical novel that provides a glimpse into life during the Civil War and the struggles faced by those on both sides of the conflict.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.