85 pages 2 hours read

Harold Keith

Rifles for Watie

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1957

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Harold Keith's Rifles for Watie offers a richly detailed narrative of the Civil War era through the eyes of a young soldier. Readers praise its historical accuracy and vivid character development. However, some find the pacing slow and the plot occasionally predictable. Overall, it remains valued for its educational merit and engaging portrayal of history.

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Who Should Read Rifles for Watie?

Readers who enjoy historical fiction with richly detailed settings and complex characters will appreciate Rifles for Watie by Harold Keith. Comparable to Across Five Aprils by Irene Hunt and Johnny Tremain by Esther Forbes, this book appeals to those interested in the Civil War era and coming-of-age stories.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

910L

Book Details

Genre
Realistic Fiction
Children's Literature
Education
Topics
Education
Military / War
History: World