A Son at the Front

A Son at the Front is a novel by Edith Wharton, published in 1923, set against the backdrop of World War I. The story follows John Campton, an American portrait painter in Paris, as he grapples with the impending war and his relationship with his son, George. The narrative delves into themes of fatherhood, artistic ambition, and the emotional strain brought on by conflict, making it a poignant exploration of personal and societal turmoil during wartime.