Notes of a Camp Follower on the Western Front

Published in 1917, 'Notes of a Camp Follower on the Western Front' by E. W. Hornung recounts his experiences serving in a YMCA canteen during World War I. Following the death of his son at Ypres, Hornung volunteered to support soldiers in Northern France, providing comfort and companionship. His narrative highlights the valor of soldiers and the nobility of their struggles, showcasing his skills as a novelist in vivid descriptions of life near the front lines. The book is notable for its poignant portrayal of wartime humanity and has been recognized for its literary merit by contemporaries like Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.