Crane's classic of realism follows one Union soldier's struggle with cowardice, as he prepares for and fights in his first battle during the American Civil War. Classics Illustrated tells these wonderful tales in colorful comic strip form, offering excellent introductions for younger readers. This edition also includes theme discussions and study questions, which can be used both in the classroom and at home to further engage the reader in the stories. The Classics Illustrated comic book series began in 1941 with its first issue, Alexandre Dumas's The Three Musketeers , and has since included over 200 classic tales released around the world. This new Paperback Replica edition is part of a continuing effort to make Classics Illustrated available to all, be they young readers just beginning their journeys into the great world of classic literature, or collectors who have fond memories of this much loved comic book series.