Fight For Food (1916)

Fight For Food is a historical novel written by Leon Abel Congdon and published in 1916. The story is set during the American Civil War and follows the journey of two young soldiers, Tom and Jim, as they fight for survival amidst the chaos and violence of the war. The book explores themes of hunger, poverty, and the struggle for survival in a time of great turmoil.As the war rages on, Tom and Jim find themselves constantly battling hunger and starvation. They scavenge for food wherever they can, often resorting to stealing from other soldiers or even killing animals for sustenance. Along the way, they encounter a variety of characters, some of whom are sympathetic to their plight while others are hostile and dangerous.Despite the hardships they face, Tom and Jim remain determined to survive and make it back home alive. As the war comes to an end, they must confront the harsh realities of life after the war and the challenges of rebuilding their lives in a shattered and divided country.Overall, Fight For Food is a gripping and poignant tale of survival and perseverance in the face of adversity. It offers a vivid and realistic portrayal of the struggles faced by soldiers during the Civil War and the toll that war takes on both individuals and society as a whole.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.