The Red Badge of Courage (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)

The Red Badge of Courage takes place during the American Civil War. The story follows 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 flag-bearer, who carries an American Flag.

Although Crane was born after the war and had not at the time experienced battle first-hand, the novel is known for its rea...