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Return of the Soldier

Return of the Soldier

Rebecca West

Published in 1918, 'Return of the Soldier' by Rebecca West is a poignant novel set during World War I. It follows Captain Chris Baldry, who returns home to an isolated estate suffering from amnesia due to shell shock. As he reconnects with his wife, cousin, and former love, the story explores themes of memory, trauma, and the impact of war on personal relationships. The narrative culminates in a heart-wrenching sacrifice that challenges the characters' understanding of love and duty.

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In 1916 on an isolated country estate just outside London, Captain Chris Baldry, a shell-shocked captain suffering from...

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