Angus is a young Scottish soldier who is sent to fight in the First World War. He is determined to do his duty and serve his country, but he is also filled with fear and uncertainty. He is torn between his duty and his love for his family and his homeland. The story follows Angus as he struggles to make sense of the horrors of war and the choices he must make. He is forced to confront his own mortality and the consequences of his decisions. Along the way, he finds solace in the songs of his homeland, which provide a source of comfort and strength. The story is told through the eyes of Angus and his family, as well as through the songs of Angus himself. Through these songs, Angus is able to express his feelings and fears, and to find a way to cope with the horrors of war. In the end, Angus finds a way to reconcile his duty and his love for his homeland, and to find peace in the midst of the chaos.
By Violet Jacob · First published 1915 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Military Fiction, Romance