No Hero
1903
No Hero, published in 1903 by E. W. Hornung, follows Duncan Clephane, a war veteran grappling with his past and the complexities of duty and relationships. Upon returning from the South African War, Duncan reconnects with Catherine Evers and her son Bob, becoming entangled in their lives and Bob's infatuation with a mysterious widow, Mrs. Lascelles. The novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the challenges of personal history against the backdrop of societal expectations.
