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Hear the Wind Blow: A Novel of the Civil War by Mary Downing Hahn is a children's book available to read on EtoBox.

What is Hear the Wind Blow: A Novel of the Civil War about?

On a cold, snowy night, Haswell Magruder makes a decision that will have a profound effect on his own life as well as the lives of all those he loves. A wounded Confederate soldier appears at the family's Virginia farm, and Haswell convinces his mother and sister to take the man in, despite the certain repercussions if the enemy Yankees were to catch them in such a "traitorous" act. Unfortunately, this is precisely what happens, setting off a horrific chain of events that leaves Haswell's mother dead and the farmhouse burned to the ground. After leading his younger sister to safety with relatives, Haswell sets out on his journey in search of his older brother, a Confederate soldier. His quest is also a passage into manhood, as he experiences the last bloody days of the Civil War. Skillful storytelling, well-developed characters, and a fast-paced plot distinguish this compelling family story by an award-winning author.

Who reads Hear the Wind Blow: A Novel of the Civil War?

Author

Mary Downing Hahn

Publisher

Clarion Books

Published

2003

Language

EN

ISBN

9780547533568

Category

children's

Subjects

Historical Fiction, Children'S, History

Rating

4.06 / 5 (206 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14