The Red Cross Girls in the British Trenches: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Red Cross Girls in the British Trenches is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Vandercook, Margaret (1876–1958).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Red Cross Girls in the British Trenches" by Margaret Vandercook is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the lives of four young women who volunteer as nurses during World War I, exploring themes of courage, sacrifice, and social roles amid the backdrop of war. The main character, Mildred Thornton, grapples with her own feelings of inadequacy and the desire to contribute meaningfully in a world overshadowed by the conflict. At the start of the narrative, Mildred Thornton experiences deep disappointment following a social event where she feels like a failure. Despite her family's wealth and social standing, her attempts to engage with her peers at a dance fall flat. She discovers solace in her father’s generous donation to the Red Cross, igniting her yearning to help those affected by the war. Her subsequent decision to join her father in assisting the Red Cross serves as a catalyst for her character development, as she meets other determined young women like Barbara Meade, who also long for purpose beyond societal expectations. The opening sets the tone for their forthcoming adventures as they prepare to make a significant impact on the war front.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Red Cross Girls in the British Trenches
- Author credits: Vandercook, Margaret (1876–1958)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Great Britain -- History -- Juvenile fiction
- Nursing -- Juvenile fiction
- Participation -- Juvenile fiction
- Red Cross and Red Crescent -- Juvenile fiction
- War stories
- World War, 1914-1918 -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
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