The book "Southern Soldier Boy: A Thousand Shots for the Confederacy" by the author James Carson Elliott tells the story of a young Southern boy who joined the Confederate ranks during the Civil War in the United States of America. He goes through many trials and battles, giving all his strength for his homeland. The author conveys the dramatic events of wartime and the inner experiences of the hero with pain and pride. This book is an excellent historical essay about loyalty, love of country and the value of believing in one's ideals.