Bull Run is a 1993 middle-grade historical fiction novel by Newbery Medalist Paul Fleischman. Told through 16 alternating voices—both Union and Confederate—the story depicts the events leading up to, during, and after the first major battle of the Civil War: the Battle of Bull Run. Characters range from soldiers and generals to civilians and a young enslaved girl, offering diverse perspectives on the chaos and cost of war. While some are eager for battle and glory, others are wary of the coming bloodshed. As the battle unfolds, early optimism gives way to brutal reality. Winner of the Scott O'Dell Award, Bull Run provides a vivid, multifaceted view of a pivotal moment in American history.
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