Description

Across the Line 1945 is a historical fiction novel written by Albert Payson Terhune. The book is set during the final days of World War II, and follows the story of a young American soldier named Jack, who is stationed in Germany. As the war draws to a close, Jack is tasked with a dangerous mission to cross enemy lines and deliver a message to the German commander, requesting a ceasefire. Along the way, Jack encounters a German family who are struggling to survive in the midst of the war, and he must decide whether to follow orders or help those in need. The novel explores themes of bravery, loyalty, and compassion, and offers a unique perspective on the human cost of war. With vivid descriptions and compelling characters, Across the Line 1945 is a gripping and thought-provoking read for fans of historical fiction and war literature.Notes by Anice Terhune.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.