The Red Horizon (1916) - Patrick Macgill - Bog

The Red Horizon is a novel written by Patrick MacGill and first published in 1916. The book tells the story of a young Irishman named Dermot O'Neill who leaves his home in Donegal to join the British Army during World War I. He is sent to fight in the trenches of France and experiences the horrors of war firsthand.The book is a powerful and poignant portrayal of the human cost of war, as Dermot and his fellow soldiers struggle to survive in the face of constant danger and death. MacGill's writing is vivid and evocative, capturing the sights, sounds, and smells of the battlefield in a way that brings the story to life.Throughout the book, Dermot grapples with questions of loyalty and patriotism, as he struggles to reconcile his love for Ireland with his duty to his country. He is also forced to confront the harsh realities of war, including the loss of friends and the toll that the fighting takes on his own body and mind.Despite its grim subject matter, The Red Horizon is a deeply moving and ultimately hopeful book. MacGill's writing is both lyrical and powerful, and his characters are complex and fully realized. The book is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity, and a reminder of the sacrifices that countless men and women have made in the name of freedom and justice.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.