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Cold Mountain

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Overview & Summary

During the final year of the American Civil War, wounded Confederate soldier Inman deserts and undertakes a grueling journey on foot across the mountains of North Carolina to return to Ada, the woman he loves, who is meanwhile struggling to keep her family's farm alive with the help of a resourceful drifter named Ruby. Charles Frazier's National Book Award-winning novel, loosely inspired by the Odyssey, is a lyrical meditation on war, survival, and homecoming.

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Who This Book Is For

A great pick for High school students (Grades 9–12) studying History and Humanities. Helps students connect historical events with real human stories and broader perspectives.

Grade LevelUpper (9-12)
Lexile ComplexityHigh School & Up (1100L+)

Why CE Recommends This Book

An award-winning book chosen for its strong writing and engaging themes. Helps young readers develop critical thinking, expand their worldview, and express clear opinions.

Academic & Admissions Takeaways
Grade & Readiness: Aligned for Upper (9-12).
Lexile Complexity: Targeted for High School & Up (1100L+).
Subject Alignment: Enhances historical understanding and essay writing in English Literature, History.
Reading Goal: Lexile growth, classroom discussion readiness & essay depth.