The Last Man Comes Home: American Travel Journals, 1941-1942

By Stephen Longstreet

Book Overview

The Last Man Comes Home: American Travel Journals, 1941-1942 is a book by Stephen Longstreet that captures the experiences of an American traveler during the early days of World War II. The book is a compilation of journals and notes taken by Longstreet during his travels across the United States, documenting the country's response to the war and its impact on ordinary citizens.The book offers a unique perspective on the war, as it is written from the point of view of an outsider looking in. Longstreet was not a soldier, but rather a writer and artist who was deeply interested in the events of the war and their effects on American society. His journals provide a vivid picture of the country during this tumultuous time, from the bustling cities to the small towns and rural areas.Throughout the book, Longstreet describes the various ways in which the war was affecting the lives of Americans, from the rationing of goods to the influx of soldiers and refugees. He also offers insights into the political and social climate of the time, as well as the attitudes of ordinary citizens towards the war and its implications.Overall, The Last Man Comes Home is a fascinating and insightful account of a pivotal moment in American history. It provides a unique perspective on the war and its impact on the country, and offers a valuable glimpse into the lives of ordinary Americans during this challenging time.This is a new release of the original 1942 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1494106523
• ISBN13: 9781494106522
• Release Date: October 2013
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 422 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"