Iron Cousins (1919) - Alfred Sidgwick - Bog

Iron Cousins is a novel written by Mrs. Alfred Sidgwick and published in 1919. The story follows the lives of two cousins, Jack and Dick, who are born into a wealthy family in England. Jack is the older of the two and is described as being strong-willed and determined, while Dick is more easy-going and carefree.As the boys grow up, they both become interested in the same woman, a beautiful and intelligent young woman named Mary. Mary is torn between the two cousins, but eventually chooses Jack, much to Dick's disappointment.The story then takes a dramatic turn when Jack is sent to fight in World War I. He is injured and sent home, where he must learn to adjust to life as a disabled veteran. Meanwhile, Dick has also joined the war effort and is fighting on the front lines.The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and sacrifice, as well as the impact of war on individuals and society as a whole. It is a poignant and thought-provoking story that offers a glimpse into the lives of those who lived through one of the most tumultuous periods in human history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.