The Soldier's Song by Alan Monaghan
The Soldier's Song by Alan Monaghan follows Stephen Ryan, a young man in early 20th-century Ireland, as he grapples with family conflict, the pressures of war, and his quest for identity amid the backdrop of political upheaval and rebellion. As tensions rise between him and his labor-activist brother, Stephen's journey takes him to the front lines of World War I, where he confronts the brutal realities of battle and the moral complexities of soldiering.
By Alan Monaghan · First published 2020 · Genre: Historical Fiction, War Literature, Drama · 14 chapters · 111,845 words
First lines
Mr & Mrs Richard D'Arcy politely request the company of STEPHEN RYAN ESQ. On the occasion of the 21st birthday of their daughter, Mary at the King's Ballroom, Dawson Street on: Tuesday 4 August 1914 at 8.00 p.m. RSVP: RYEVALE HOUSE, LEIXLIP.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Alan Monaghan
- Date: 2020 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, War Literature, Drama, Literary Fiction, Adventure
- Length: 111,845 words
- Structure: 14 chapters, 1,902 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book explores themes and events set against a historical backdrop, focusing on the experiences of soldiers.
- War Literature — The narrative centers on the impact of war on individuals and society, highlighting the soldier's perspective.
- Drama — The story likely contains intense emotional conflicts and character development typical of dramatic literature.
- Literary Fiction — The writing style may emphasize character depth and thematic exploration over plot-driven narratives.
Tags
war · military · soldier · courage · sacrifice · brotherhood · conflict · identity · loyalty · patriotism · grief · resilience
Contents
- CHAPTER I
- CHAPTER II
- CHAPTER III
- CHAPTER IV
- CHAPTER V
- CHAPTER VI
- CHAPTER VII
- CHAPTER VIII
- CHAPTER IX
- CHAPTER X
- CHAPTER XI
- CHAPTER XII
- CHAPTER XIII
- CHAPTER XIV