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Book Description |
| Corporal ’Lige’s Recruit tells the spirited story of young Seth Blakeman, a determined boy who longs to do his part during the Civil War. When he meets Corporal ’Lige — a seasoned, good-hearted veteran with a talent for shaping raw youth into reliable soldiers — Seth finds both a mentor and a challenge. Through drills, discipline, and unexpected danger, Seth learns that bravery is more than enthusiasm, and that loyalty and sacrifice are the true measures of a soldier’s worth. James Otis blends warmth, humor, and authentic wartime atmosphere to create an inspiring tale of growth, courage, and patriotism. |
About Author |
| James Otis |
| James Otis Kaler (1848–1912), known by his pen name James Otis, was an American journalist, educator, and author of children’s adventure stories. Born in Winterport, Maine, he worked as a reporter before becoming the first superintendent of schools in South Portland. Kaler wrote over 150 books, including Toby Tyler; or, Ten Weeks with a Circus (1877), Mr. Stubbs’s Brother, and The Boy Spies series. His stories blended history with moral lessons on courage and honesty. He died in Portland, Maine, in 1912, reportedly from a heart attack. |
