The Red Badge of Courage is a war novel by American author Stephen Crane, Stephen Crane died June 5, 1900, was an American poet, novelist, and short story writer, born when?
The Red Badge of Courage The Red Badge of Courage is a war novel by American author Stephen Crane (1871–1900). Taking place during the American Civil War, the story is about a young private of the Union Army, Henry Fleming, who flees from the field of battle. Overcome with shame, he longs for a wound, a "red badge of courage," to counteract his cowardice. When his regiment once again faces the enemy, Henry acts as standard-bearer, who carries a flag.
E. W. Howe Edgar Watson Howe (May 3, 1853 – October 3, 1937), sometimes referred to as E. W. Howe, was an American novelist and newspaper and magazine editor in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was perhaps best known for his magazine, "E.W. Howe's Monthly". Howe was well traveled and known for his sharp wit in his editorials.