Odyssey of a hero

By Vardis Fisher

A lone figure steps off a train into the dust-laden silence of an Idaho hometown, his uniform folded away but the echoes of war still etched into his soul. The world he fought for feels distant; the people who once knew him now seem like strangers. In this haunting exploration of post-war disillusionment, the psychological impact of war is laid bare with unflinching honesty, as a returning soldier confronts not only the memories of battle but also the bewildering challenge of social acceptance. Set against the stark beauty and isolation of rural America, this classic of 1930s American literature charts a journey through heroism and trauma, where the boundaries between past and present blur, and the search for identity becomes as perilous as any conflict overseas. The narrative resonates with the universal struggle to reclaim a sense of self after devastation, making it as urgent and relevant today as when it first appeared. Within its pages, readers encounter a moving portrait of human resilience, as well as the profound costs of war that linger long after the guns fall silent. The story's nuanced depiction of an identity crisis narrative amid the shifting social landscape of post-World War I America offers rare insight into the era's collective psyche, while its unvarnished realism places it among the most significant works of classic war literature. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. Whether you are drawn to the enduring questions of heroism, the intricate dynamics of human resilience, or the evocative settings of Vardis Fisher's novels, this rediscovered masterpiece stands as a testament to the enduring power of literature to illuminate the shadows of history and the depths of the human heart.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9374129825
• ISBN13: 9789374129821
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 22 Pages
• Weight: 0.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.1" x 6.0"