Description

Across the Line 1945 is a historical fiction novel written by Albert Payson Terhune. The book is set in the year 1945, during the final days of World War II. The story follows the life of Major John Slocum, a decorated war veteran who has just returned to his hometown in upstate New York after being injured in battle.As Major Slocum attempts to adjust to civilian life, he is confronted with a number of challenges. He must deal with the physical and emotional scars of war, as well as the difficulty of reintegrating into society. Along the way, he meets a number of interesting characters, including a young woman named Elizabeth who helps him to rediscover his passion for life.Throughout the book, Terhune explores themes of love, loss, and redemption. He provides a vivid depiction of life in small-town America during the mid-twentieth century, and offers a unique perspective on the challenges faced by returning soldiers.Overall, Across the Line 1945 is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers an insightful look into the lives of those who fought in World War II and the struggles they faced upon returning home.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.