Si Klegg, Book 4

In the heat of the 1863 Tullahoma Campaign, a weary but determined Union regiment finally breaks its months‑long stalemate. Private Si Klegg and his quick‑witted partner Shorty find themselves thrust into the chase toward Shelbyville, just twenty‑five miles away, as General Bragg’s Confederate forces scramble to regroup. Their march through rain‑soaked hills and makeshift forts captures the tension of a war that feels both immediate and relentless. Through sharp dialogue and vivid battlefield snapshots, the narrative paints a soldier’s view of strategy, hope, and the ever‑present question of survival.

Interwoven with lively illustrations, the story balances humor and hardship, showing moments of levity amid the grim realities of war. From impromptu jokes at the campfire to the stark sight of soldiers lining up on the platform, the book offers a textured glimpse into the lives of ordinary men thrust onto an extraordinary stage. Listeners will feel the camaraderie, the uncertainty, and the raw pulse of a campaign that shaped the course of the Civil War.