The Great Push: An Episode of the Great War

"The Great Push: An Episode of the Great War" by Patrick MacGill is a historical retelling that throws the reader into the heart of World War I. Through the eyes of a soldier, possibly a stretcher-bearer, the story examines the Battle of Loos, shining a light on the courage, friendship, and brutal truths of war. The narrative begins with the protagonist and his fellow soldiers marching toward the frontline. They are surrounded by the grim environment of war. As they dig trenches and prepare for a major offensive against the Germans, the relationships and fears of these characters are revealed against a setting of destruction and anticipation, hinting at the terrible events to come.