While Crane did not fight in the Civil War himself, he wrote the novel based on his extensive research and created a powerful, realistic depiction of the psychological effects of war on young soldiers.
Other notable Civil War authors include:
* Walt Whitman: A poet who volunteered as a nurse during the war and wrote about his experiences.
* Louisa May Alcott: Wrote about the war's impact on women and families in her novel "Little Women".
* Ambrose Bierce: A short story writer and journalist who served as a soldier in the Union Army.
It's important to note that these are just a few examples, and there are many other authors who wrote about the Civil War.