The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg

By: Rodman Philbrick

Narrated by: William Dufris

Although he is underage, Homer P. Figg’s beloved older brother, Harold, is illegally sold into the Union Army by their ruthless guardian. Now Homer must run away from Pine Swamp, Maine, and his wretched home to find his brother and save him from the war, before it’s too late.

In a story filled with adventure, humor, and danger, award-winning novelist Rodman Philbrick tells of the turbulent, passionate times–from rural Maine to the Battle of Gettysburg--in the Civil War. Here is historical fiction at its most engaging, portraying the 1860s through the observant eyes of a backwoods boy who is both courageous and funny–and always willing to stretch the truth to his own advantage. A master of plot twists and vivid characters, Philbrick sweeps readers into the unpredictable events--both colorful and tragic--of this powerful turning point in American history.©2009 Rodman Philbrick; (P)2008 Listening Library

What Fun!

I wish the kids in my daughter's class could have read this book instead of "Across Five Aprils"! It is funny, insightful, tragic and an all around good time. Mr. Philbrick manages to portray the naivety of youth with the harsh realities of war in an accessible way for all readers. I highly recommnend this fun, face paced book.

Very fun book!!!

I love this story very much, and reader was pretty good. I liked the way the reader told the whole story

Great stuff!

We thoroughly enjoyed this book! I will be looking for more by this author. The reader was excellent as well!

Good mix of the serious and the humorous

The author's unique style makes a solemn, serious topic enjoyable for adults and youth alike. It's heavy at times, but the Twain-like tale keeps it from becoming burdensome. Really enjoyed this, and the narrator was perfect for the story.

Great book

I do not know if this is on porpoise, but the flag on the cover is not the official confederate flag it is the “navy jack” as seen on certain confederate ships. But also the real confederate flag looks quite similar to the Union Jack.