Cold Mountain" by Charles Frazier-Hardcover- The Atlantic Monthly Press 1997
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"Cold Mountain" by Charles Frazier is a historical novel set during the American Civil War. The story revolves around Inman, a wounded Confederate soldier who decides to desert the army and make his way back home to Cold Mountain, North Carolina, where his beloved Ada Monroe awaits.
The novel alternates between Inman's perilous journey across the war-torn landscape and Ada's struggle to survive and manage her deceased father's farm in his absence. As Inman encounters various characters and witnesses the devastation of war firsthand, he reflects on his past and contemplates the future he hopes to build with Ada.
Frazier's writing captures the harsh realities of war, the beauty of the Appalachian landscape, and the resilience of the human spirit. "Cold Mountain" explores themes of love, loss, survival, and the search for meaning in a world torn apart by conflict. It is a poignant and evocative tale that portrays the profound impact of war on individuals and communities, while also celebrating the enduring power of love and hope.
The novel was highly acclaimed upon its release, winning the National Book Award for Fiction in 1997 and inspiring a successful film adaptation in 2003.
