"Notes of a Camp-Follower on the Western Front" by E. W. (Ernest William) Hornung is a memoir that transports readers to World War I through the eyes of a man working in a Y.M.C.A. canteen for British soldiers. The story unfolds on the Western Front, where the camp-follower arrives at his assigned post and begins serving tea and snacks to the troops. He depicts the destroyed surroundings and the routines of the soldiers, noting their youth and courage. Through a mix of funny and sad moments, the narrative captures the unique spirit of the soldiers. The book reveals tales of courage and camaraderie, providing a striking view of life during wartime.
Notes of a Camp-Follower on the Western Front
By E. W. (Ernest William) Hornung
Witness the touching and sometimes humorous interactions between a Y.M.C.A. worker and the brave soldiers he serves during World War I.
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About the AuthorErnest William Hornung was an English author and poet known for writing the A. J. Raffles series of stories about a gentleman thief in late 19th-century London. Hornung was educated at Uppingham School; as a result of poor health he left the school in December 1883 to travel to Sydney, where he stayed for two years. He drew on his Australian experiences as a background when he began writing, initially short stories and later novels.
Ernest William Hornung was an English author and poet known for writing the A. J. Raffles series of stories about a gentleman thief in late 19th-century London. Hornung was educated at Uppingham School; as a result of poor health he left the school in December 1883 to travel to Sydney, where he stayed for two years. He drew on his Australian experiences as a background when he began writing, initially short stories and later novels.
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