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LoC No.: 17014707

Title: The Altar of Freedom

Note: Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.

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Summary: "The Altar of Freedom" by Mary Roberts Rinehart is a poignant reflection on motherhood and patriotism, written during the early 20th century, specifically in the context of World War I. This book, a blend of personal narrative and social commentary, explores the emotional journey of mothers as they confront the reality of sending their sons off to war. Rinehart delves into themes of sacrifice, duty, and the collective responsibility of citizens in times of national crisis. In this powerful exposition, Rinehart articulates the inner turmoil of mothers as they grapple with the duality of pride and fear in the face of impending war. She recounts her own experiences and those of other mothers, emphasizing that while men fight on the battlefield, the true backbone of a nation lies in the resilient women who nurture and prepare them for this duty. Through heartfelt anecdotes and reflections on the ideals of freedom, sacrifice, and national unity, Rinehart ultimately calls for solidarity and action among women, urging them to support their sons and contribute to the war effort while demanding accountability and preparation from their government. The narrative is deeply moving, resonating with anyone who understands the complexity of love and duty amid the backdrop of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Rinehart, Mary Roberts, 1876-1958

EBook No.: 63490

Published: Oct 18, 2020

Downloads: 112

Language: English

Subject: Draft

Subject: United States -- Defenses

LoCC: Military science: Armies: Organization, distribution, military situation

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 17014707

Title: The Altar of Freedom

Note: Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Mardi Desjardins, Jen Haines & the online
Distributed Proofreaders Canada team at
https: //www.pgdpcanada.net from page images generously
made available by the Internet Archive (https: //archive.org)

Summary: "The Altar of Freedom" by Mary Roberts Rinehart is a poignant reflection on motherhood and patriotism, written during the early 20th century, specifically in the context of World War I. This book, a blend of personal narrative and social commentary, explores the emotional journey of mothers as they confront the reality of sending their sons off to war. Rinehart delves into themes of sacrifice, duty, and the collective responsibility of citizens in times of national crisis. In this powerful exposition, Rinehart articulates the inner turmoil of mothers as they grapple with the duality of pride and fear in the face of impending war. She recounts her own experiences and those of other mothers, emphasizing that while men fight on the battlefield, the true backbone of a nation lies in the resilient women who nurture and prepare them for this duty. Through heartfelt anecdotes and reflections on the ideals of freedom, sacrifice, and national unity, Rinehart ultimately calls for solidarity and action among women, urging them to support their sons and contribute to the war effort while demanding accountability and preparation from their government. The narrative is deeply moving, resonating with anyone who understands the complexity of love and duty amid the backdrop of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Rinehart, Mary Roberts, 1876-1958

EBook No.: 63490

Published: Oct 18, 2020

Downloads: 112

Language: English

Subject: Draft

Subject: United States -- Defenses

LoCC: Military science: Armies: Organization, distribution, military situation

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.