Uncertain Glory

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Set against the backdrop of the impending Civil War in April 1861, a young aspiring newspaperman, Joe Wood, navigates personal ambitions and newfound responsibilities in Wiscasset, Maine. He supports his assistant Owen, who faces racial challenges, tries to dissuade his friend Charlie from enlisting, and aids Nell, a spiritualist. When Owen goes missing, Joe must step up to rescue him. The narrative intertwines the lives of real historical figures, exploring themes of friendship, race, and the harsh realities of growing up amidst conflict.