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No Hero
Paperback
General FictionHistorical FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781023058827
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 92
Weight: 0.31
Height: 0.19 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
E. W. Hornung's No Hero explores the complex aftermath of the South African War. This compelling work of fiction delves into the lives of war veterans grappling with social alienation and the challenges of reintegrating into a society forever changed by the conflict. Set against the backdrop of the fading British Empire, the story offers a nuanced perspective on the human cost of war and the struggles faced by those who return home.
Hornung masterfully crafts a narrative that resonates with timeless themes of disillusionment, identity, and the search for meaning in a world that often fails to understand the sacrifices made on the battlefield. No Hero stands as a powerful testament to the enduring impact of war, inviting readers to reflect on the experiences of those who served and the society to which they returned. A meticulously prepared print republication of a classic work of historical and literary fiction.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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