"Same old Bill, eh Mable!"

"Same old Bill, eh Mable!" by Edward Streeter is a humorous novel showcasing the experiences of Pvt. William Smith, or Bill, as he serves in the American Army during what seems like World War I. Told through Bill's letters, presumably to his girlfriend or wife Mable, the story recounts his daily life as a soldier stationed in France with a lighthearted tone. The novel starts with Bill's arrival in France, where he encounters the chaos of military logistics, the hardships of army life, and the strange behaviors of his fellow soldiers, using sarcasm, practicality, and humor to discuss the differences between American and French culture, while lightly mocking military rules, setting the stage for a comedic and relatable view of army life.