One of Ours

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Exploring the harsh realities of war, the story follows Claude Wheeler, a Nebraska farmer who enlists in the U.S. Army during WWI, inspired by the death of Willa Cather's cousin. Through Claude's journey, the novel examines themes of disillusionment and the search for purpose, contrasting his hopes for escape with the grim truths he encounters. Cather's meticulous research and personal connection to the material invite readers to engage with the complexities of war, challenging perceptions of gender and experience in the narrative.