Battlescars: Life the Battlefield, Fate the Enemy and One True Story of Deliverance
No. of pages 259
Published: 2003
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"Battlescars: Life the Battlefield, Fate the Enemy and One True Story of Deliverance" by George Foster recounts the gripping and deeply personal journey of a soldier grappling with the harsh realities of war. The narrative navigates the physical and emotional scars left by combat, revealing the internal battles that persist long after the battlefield has faded. Foster shares his own tale of resilience, as he confronts fate and seeks healing, ultimately highlighting themes of hope, redemption, and the enduring human spirit. This powerful memoir serves as a testament to the struggles faced by veterans and the possibility of finding peace and purpose in the aftermath of conflict. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
There are 259 pages in this book.
It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.
This book was published in 2003 by Riverstone Publishing .
Dereen Taylor has been writing and editing children's books for more than fifteen years. She specializes in writing fiction and activity books for younger readers. Tim Hutchinson is an experienced artist and illustrator.