How Jack Mackenzie won his epaulettes

By Gordon Stables

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Amidst stark contrasts of wealth and poverty, a boy's chance encounter on a snowy night ignites a daring pursuit of military honor.

Genres

History - Warfare Literature Fiction

Released

2022-09-01

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Summary

"How Jack Mackenzie Won His Epaulettes" by Gordon Stables is a story about a young boy named Jack Mackenzie, previously known as Johnnie Greybreeks, who starts out poor in Glasgow and wants to be a soldier or sailor. The story, set in the early 1900s, kicks off on a snowy Christmas Eve when Jack is outside looking at a fancy house, watching kids play. He's then invited in for dinner by a nice man named Tom Morgan, which shows how different rich and poor people live. Throughout his hard times, Jack is brave and determined to make his life better, which involves pursuing his aspirations and seeking honour and adventure.