Blue Stars and Gold (1918)

Blue Stars and Gold is a historical novel written by William Eleazar Barton and first published in 1918. The book is set during the American Civil War and follows the story of a young Union soldier named Robert Ellsworth, who is wounded in battle and taken prisoner by the Confederates. During his captivity, Robert meets and falls in love with a Southern belle named Virginia Page. Despite the war and their opposing sides, the two form a deep bond and struggle to overcome the obstacles that stand in the way of their love. The novel also explores the themes of loyalty, honor, and sacrifice as Robert and his fellow soldiers fight for their country and struggle to maintain their sense of identity and purpose in the face of adversity. Overall, Blue Stars and Gold is a compelling and emotional tale of love and war that offers a unique perspective on one of the most significant periods in American history.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.