Stars and Stripes in Peril

In Stars and Stripes in Peril, Harry Harrison presents a gripping alternative history of post-Civil War America. An unprecedented attack by British troops forces the North and South to set aside their differences and join forces to defend their homeland. As tensions rise and the threat of invasion looms, President Lincoln sends his most trusted general, Ulysses S. Grant, to lead the charge.Meanwhile, Robert E. Lee and William Tecumseh Sherman plan a daring naval assault on British soil itself, a mission fraught with danger and uncertainty. As the war rages on, Harrison delves into the personal lives of his characters, exploring their loves, fears, and motivations. Against the backdrop of political intrigue and military action, Stars and Stripes in Peril is a stirring tribute to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of national unity.Harrison's writing is immersive and evocative, drawing in readers with rich descriptions of battle scenes and the complexities of political maneuvering. The historical figures who populate the novel are brought to life with vivid detail, and their struggles and triumphs are as relevant today as they were in the 19th century. For fans of alternative history and military fiction, Stars and Stripes in Peril is not to be missed.