General Smudge’s Last War - Softcover

David O. Ross

Softcover

ISBN 10: 103587363X ISBN 13: 9781035873630

Publisher: Austin Macauley Publishers, 2025

Synopsis

War has been declared between Gorgonia and Farfallonia, and their armies stand poised for battle. But when General Smudge gives the order to attack, his soldiers simply sit down. 'It's too dangerous out there,' they protest. 'Someone could get hurt.'

With traditional combat no longer an option, the entire concept of warfare must be reimagined. New, harmless weaponry is devised – ensuring that no one is injured while still allowing General Smudge to pursue his dreams of military glory.

Though often veering into slapstick comedy, this satirical tale carries a deeper message beneath the humor, challenging the very nature of war itself.

About this title

About the Author

David O. Ross is Professor Emeritus of Latin and Greek at the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor) and is the author of four books on Virgil and other Latin poets. He has three sons and no dogs, cats, or fish. In retirement he reads, stalks birds, grows tomatoes, watches baseball, and used to take long walks.  Two years as a draftee in the army (long ago) provided some personal experience for General Smudge.

John Donovan is a senior at Yale University majoring in Art History and Studio Art, though he claims that his mother, an art teacher, taught him all he knows about drawing. He has a sister and two dogs and likes to cook. After graduating he expects to teach art and, of course, to continue with his own drawing and painting.

Edition details

• Publisher: Austin Macauley Publishers
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 103587363X
• ISBN 13: 9781035873630
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: John Donovan
• Number of pages: 46