1914

Published in the early 20th century, '1914' by John Oxenham is a historical fiction novel set on the brink of World War I. It follows Mr. John Dare, an import-export merchant, as he navigates the growing political tensions in Europe and their impact on his family, particularly his daughter Lois, who is studying music in Germany. The novel captures the anxieties of the era and the personal conflicts arising from the impending war.