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by Seymour Reit (Author) "The long line stretched from the Flint courthouse down the stone steps and across the green lawn..." (more)
Key Phrases: imp voice, Private Thompson, Emma Edmonds, Frank Thompson (more...)
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Gr 5-8 According to the estimates of some historians, as many as 400 women fought in the Civil War disguised as men. One such woman was Emma Ed monds, 21 years old and Canadian born. She felt fiercely patriotic towards her adopted country, and was deter mined to fight for the Union. Not only did she serve as a field nurse, tending the wounded at the battle sites, but she also served as a Union spy. Reit has used Emma's own published memoirs (long out of print), research from the National Archives, and U. S. Army re cords. It should make for an exciting tale. Unfortunately, the finished prod uct doesn't measure up to its promise. The style is far too episodic, with little unity between adventures, and not enough fleshing out of events. Some fictionalizing of dialogue and thoughts occurs. This is most likely to appeal only to those with a frenzied obsession with the Civil War. Elizabeth M. Reardon, McCallie School, Chattanooga, Tenn.

Copyright 1988 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

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  • Reading level: Ages 9-12
  • Paperback: 144 pages
  • Publisher: Sandpiper (August 1, 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0152164278
  • ISBN-13: 978-0152164270
  • Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.5 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #63,410 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Me from TN(I'm not really under 13 shhhhhh), October 15, 2002
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This is a true story,written by Seymour Reit, about a woman overcoming the odds in a man's place. The incredible woman i am talking about is Emma Edmonds. She posed as a male nurse named Franklin Thompson. Edmonds was sent as a spy behind rebel lines.She successfully completed 11 missions!
Behind Rebel Lines really did make me think. This book was excellent! I loved it. I could barely put it down(but I did haha). I loved reading about the struggle of a real woman who could demonstrate this amount of courage. It is so inspirational. By the way,I know I sound like a fruit but my teacher is making me write this haha. See ya!Have a GREAT day!!Love yas!
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The story of the brave young lady with the imp voice..., January 29, 2003
Written by Seymour Reit, "Behind Rebel Lines" tells the true story of Emma Edmonds. Running away from her father at the age of sixteen, she had left Canada for the country where freedom and liberty would become a reality. Now the year 1861, Emma is now 21 and the Civil War between states has begun. When President Lincoln asks for volunteers, Emma is determined not to just sit by. She disguises herself as a man and enlists herself into the Union Army. Now everyone, including her superior officers and fellow soldiers, believe her to be Private Franklin Thompson, assigned to Company F. But Emma wants to do more, so she volunteers to be a Union spy. But while she has been all this time fooling her own army, can she keep her secret behind rebel lines?

A truly well-written story, "Behind Enemy Lines" is sure to please. The author did a lot of research to write this book, re-creating Emma Edmond's story through Emma's memoirs, U.S. Army Records, and files from the National Archive. At the front cover of the book it is written "Great Episodes". This is because each chapter is separated in such a way. In that sense, while reading the story the reader might feel as though the book does not really flow as well as you would like. But on the overall, the whole story is written well if not a bit aimed more for younger audiences.

Emma's character is captivating and very realistic. Oh, I know that she WAS a real character, but in few cases, some authors cannot seem to grasp the character of who they're writing about. Fortunately, Seymour Reit puts down Emma's life down on paper flawlessly. You can almost 'hear' the imp voice in Emma's ear!

On the whole, "Behind Rebel Lines" is a gripping and fascinating historical biography and I can easily recommend it. Best for ages 10 - 14 but older teens and some adults might find this a good read.

"This stranger-than-fiction story will captivate history buffs and hold the attention of the most reluctant reader."
-Bank Street College of Education-

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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a wonderful book!, January 31, 1998
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This is the story of the remarkable Emma Edmonds who wanted to help the war cause. She dressed as a boy and became a spy and went through amazing dangers to do this.
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4.0 out of 5 stars School Review
Disguised as a union soldier, Emma would risk her life for her country. Emma Edmonds was born in Saint John, Canada in 1840. Read more
Published on December 14, 2006

4.0 out of 5 stars The heroing tale of a young girl taking a stand
Emma Edmonds is a young girl from Canada, living in the North during the Civil War. She's always been outgoing and bold- never able to stay in one place at a time. Read more
Published on February 21, 2006 by Green Marker Girl

2.0 out of 5 stars Behind Rebel Lines
I didn't really like this book. I didn't really like the author's writing style, it was a little hard to understand and follow. The subject wasn't very interesting to me. Read more
Published on May 3, 2005

5.0 out of 5 stars The good Forcer
My grandma forced me to read "Behind Rebel Lines". But it turned out to be an awsome and interesting book!
Published on December 11, 2004

4.0 out of 5 stars A woman's extraordinary role in the civil war
Behind the Lines is an adaptation of the Emma Edmonds story for young adults. Emma Edmonds was a native of Saint John New Brunswick, Canada who left for the United States several... Read more
Published on December 27, 2003 by Kenneth Scheffler

4.0 out of 5 stars Girl Power
This is a very quick read even for the 9-12 year age group it is intended for. Never-the-less, it is a very exciting and interesting bit of true Civil War drama. Read more
Published on March 22, 2003 by Terrie

4.0 out of 5 stars It was OK
I think that this book was ok but if you have a sick mind i suggest u not to read this book because it sounds like they are doing some gross stuff. Read more
Published on June 9, 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Behind Rebel Lines-Nonfiction
This book is outstanding. This book is about a teenage girl named Sarah Emma Edmonds. When she decides to join the army, she drops her first part of her name, which now makes it... Read more
Published on May 22, 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Behind Rebel Lines-Nonfiction
This book is outstanding. This book is about a teenage girl named Sarah Emma Edmonds. When she decides to join the army, she drops her first part of her name, which now makes it... Read more
Published on May 22, 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read!!!!
Im a 22 year old college student and I loved this book from begining to end. It kept me interested the entire time. It's amazing to think this was a true story. Read more
Published on April 30, 2002

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