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“It is far easier to see brave men die than to hear a coward beg for life.”

Book:The Iron Heel

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The Iron Heel

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Jack London

Jack London was an American author known for his adventure novels and realistic works. His writings often depicted the lives of the underclass and his profound insights into the natural world. His notable works include 'The Call of the Wild' and 'White Fang'. more

“Chamberlain raised his saber, let loose the shout that was the greatest sound he could make, boiling the yell up from his chest: Fix bayonets! Charge! Fix bayonets! Charge! Fix bayonets! Charge! He leaped down from the boulder, still screaming, his voice beginning to to crack and give, and all around him his men were roaring animal screams, and he saw the whole Regiment rising and pouring over the wall and beginning to bound down through the dark bushes, over the dead and dying wounded, hats coming off, hair flying, mouths making sounds, one man firing as he ran, the last bullet, last round.”

Inspirational War History Drama Bravery Warrior Civil War Gallantry Civil War Fiction

Book:The Killer Angels

Source: The Killer Angels

“They thought he was scared all the time because he was a coward. The truth was, only he could see the world clearly enough to know how truly scary it was.”

Fear Courage Bravery Brave Scared Scary Coward Cowardice Terrifying

Book:Ghost of a Chance

Source: Ghost of a Chance

“When I write, I try to represent the voices of people I've known who had no voice.”

Bravery Oppression Life Quote Underdog Speak Up Writing From The Heart Carla H Krueger Author Quote Represent

Author:Carla H. Krueger

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