The Short Line War

Name: The Short Line War
Author: Samuel Merwin

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Can I read The Short Line War in English as a learner?

Yes — read The Short Line War by Samuel Merwin in English: the complete original text, with tap-to-translate on every word, audio narration, and saved vocabulary. Its CEFR level is B2. Start with a free sample.

CEFR level: B2
Length: 23 chapters
Format: The complete book

About this book

Amidst the rising tensions of 1861 Kentucky, James Weeks, a rugged young man from a proud fighting lineage, struggles to bridge the gap between his straightforward nature and the elusive heart of Ethel Harvey, the captivating woman who has captured his love.

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It's the complete original text, exactly as Samuel Merwin wrote it — nothing rewritten or cut. The built-in translation, saved vocabulary and audio narration are what carry you through the original prose.

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