A moving meditation on loss, duty, and the quiet heroism of a young soldier. Not Taps, but Reveille presents a intimate portrait of a family touched by war and a nation changed by sacrifice.
This edition frames the story around a little house that becomes a symbol of dignity and community in the wake of tragedy. Through recollections and a heartfelt letter, readers see a son, brother, and friend who faced danger with kindness, humor, and a steady sense of responsibility. The book honors the courage and faith of those who served, while offering comfort to readers who have known sorrow in wartime.
- A personal, respectful look at a family coping with loss and the burdens of war
- Vivid scenes of daily life, work, and community ties that reveal the soldier’s character
- Reflections on death, duty, and the belief that life can hold meaning beyond sorrow
- A moving letter that illuminates the reasons behind brave choices
Ideal for readers of wartime memoirs and inspirational true stories about courage, family, and faith.
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Excerpt from Not Taps, but Reveille
Whistling still, he looked at the number on the house, below the Stars and Stripes and the service flag, and then at the address on the envelope he bore.
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Excerpt from Not Taps, but Reveille
It was a little house on a plain street. Yet as I entered the gate to-night, I closed it gently, reverently, for I suddenly realized that the little house had the dignity of a great mansion, the majesty of a royal palace.
A messenger had entered that gate four days before.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book immortalizes a young lieutenant who sacrificed his life for his country. The author's personal account of the lieutenant's life before he enlisted reveals a man not only heroic but filled with the graces of youth. He was debonair, handsome, and devoted to his family, but his playful exterior hid a deep commitment to Christian values. His death brought a spiritual awakening to those who knew him, highlighting the importance of making the most of every day. The author explores the lieutenant's reasons for volunteering, revealing his belief that he was fighting for the future of humanity. Beyond the tragedy of his loss, the book offers a profound meditation on death and the afterlife, suggesting that the true essence of a person lives on. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330858905_0
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