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Across Five Aprils is a historical novel by Irene Hunt that was first published in 1964. The story follows Jethro Creighton, a young farm boy in Illinois, as he grapples with the impact of the Civil War on his family and community. Jethro's coming-of-age journey unfolds against the backdrop of divided loyalties, personal sacrifices, and the challenges of wartime. Based on the experiences of Hunt's grandfather, the novel explores themes of family, loyalty, and the human cost of war. 

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