Name: Hattie's War
Item: Hattie's War
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Suzie Gilbert is the author of the book "Hattie's War". It is a historical fiction book that came out in 2009.

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Nineteen years to the day, Hattie Howell stands on the hallowed ground where her father died in the most famous battle of the Civil War: Gettysburg. Born five months after her father volunteered with his two brothers to fight in the Union Army, Hattie has been on a relentless quest to learn about the father she never knew.

Why did he leave his family? How did he die? Was his a “good death?” Where does his body lay? These questions haunt her. She wants answers, needs answers. But from where?

Hattie’s War is the story of a young girl's quest to find herself and her place in the world in an era when women had few options. More than anything, Hattie wants to be an artist like her late father. Plagued by debilitating depression, she fears being sent to an insane asylum. Yet, against all odds, she bucks convention, guided and supported by a most unlikely cast of characters.

In real life, Hattie is writer Peter Serko’s Great Great Grandmother, Harriett Howell Phelps. The richly illustrated book merges his family history with the fascinating yet often terrible reality of America’s most devastating war.

Penny Ingham's book "Hattie's War" is set in World War II.

Hattie resided in a little English village during World War II. She was a regular person with amazing willpower. Hattie's life took an unexpected turn as the conflict continued.

William, Hattie's husband, had enrolled in the army, putting her in charge of the family farm and their two young children. Life had been impacted by the war effort, and Hattie had to swiftly adapt. She became skilled at stretching limited supplies to feed her family as a result of rationing and shortages, learning to make do with what she had.

Hattie's war efforts, however, went beyond merely surviving. She had a strong sense of obligation to supporting any manner she could to the battle. She joined the Women's Land Army, a group of women who took up agricultural labours to aid in the war effort, despite her initial hesitation. In exchange for overalls and the fields, Hattie gave up her apron.

Hattie endured long hours, strenuous work, and the mistrust of some male farmers who questioned the ability of the Land Girls while working alongside other women. But she proved herself through diligence and tenacity, winning the respect of her fellow Land Girls and the reluctant endorsement of the neighborhood farmers.

Hattie's family endured their share of challenges as the war dragged on. William sent her letters with detailed accounts of life on the front lines. His safety was a major concern, and it weighed heavily she couldn't let her dread to overcome her. Instead, she concentrated on contributing in both the community and on the farm.

Beyond her duties on the farm, Hattie contributed to the war effort. She developed into a pillar of strength in her community, planning activities to improve spirits among the troops, such dances. Her contagious excitement and unwavering resolve motivated those around her, and she became a poster child for resiliency amid trying circumstances.

Although the war years were difficult, they also gave Hattie's life unexpected friendships and a sense of direction. She discovered that she was more capable than she had previously thought. Hattie's heart filled with pride knowing that she had helped bring the conflict to an end when it finally did had contributed to the team's attempt to achieve victory.

"Hattie's War" is the tale of how common people overcome incredible odds. It serves as a tribute to the resilience of the human spirit and the effectiveness of tenacity in the face of difficulty. Hattie's story of perseverance, sacrifice, and the enduring spirit of community during war is one of how she went from being a small-town woman to an essential part of the war effort.

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