The Red Badge of Courage is a groundbreaking novel that has inspired generations of readers with its raw, honest portrayal of the psychological tolls of war. Set during the American Civil War, the book follows the journey of Henry Fleming, a young Union soldier who enlists with dreams of glory and heroism but soon finds himself facing the brutal reality of battle.

As Henry struggles to come to terms with his own fear and uncertainty, he grapples with questions of courage, honour, and identity and begins to understand the actual cost of war. With its vivid descriptions of combat and its poignant insights into the human psyche, The Red Badge of Courage remains a masterpiece of American literature that has resonated with readers for over a century.