Despite having no prior war experience to draw on, Stephen Crane's ""The Red Badge of Courage"" is a gripping tale of the American Civil War as seen through the eyes of its young protagonist soldier, Henry Fleming. To this day, Crane's novel remains a stylistic achievement as well as a penetrating look into the heart and mind of a soldier. The thorough summary and descriptive biographical background showcased in this title provide generous critical insight into the work and its author.